RLJ Lodging Trust Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by RLJ Lodging Trust on January 7, 2013, covering an event that occurred on January 2, 2013. The filing addresses corporate governance changes specifically regarding the appointment of a senior officer.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is limited to personnel announcements and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the appointment of Chris Gormsen as Chief Accounting Officer, effective immediately on January 2, 2013. Mr. Gormsen, 37, previously served as a senior manager in the audit practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP from August 2002 through December 2012, managing engagements for hospitality and real estate clients. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary on strategy, risks, contingencies, or unusual items.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Chris Gormsen was appointed Chief Accounting Officer effective January 2, 2013.
- Mr. Gormsen brings over 10 years of audit experience from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP focused on the hospitality and real estate sectors.
- The appointment was authorized by the Board of Trustees.
- No financial results or forward-looking guidance are included in this specific filing.