Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Assurant, Inc. on January 28, 2026. The filing reports corporate governance changes effective as of the report date, specifically regarding the Board of Directors.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on personnel changes and does not contain financial performance data.
Material Changes
- Board Appointment: The Board appointed Lynn Blake as a new director, assigning her to the Finance and Risk Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, subject to regulatory approval.
- Board Resignation: The Board accepted the resignation of Debra Perry, effective as of the Company's 2026 annual meeting of stockholders, pursuant to the director retirement policy.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
Compensation: Ms. Blake will receive a cash retainer and grants of restricted stock units consistent with the Company's Proxy Statement filed on April 8, 2025, and the Assurant, Inc. Amended and Restated Directors Compensation Plan.
Background: Ms. Blake previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at State Street Investment Management (2011–2021) and currently serves on the boards of United Natural Foods, Inc. and WisdomTree, Inc.
Risks and Contingencies: The filing states there are no reportable related party transactions involving Ms. Blake under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. No other risks or unusual items were disclosed in this document.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Verify the regulatory approval status for Lynn Blake's appointment to the Board.
- Confirm the exact date of the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders to determine the effective date of Debra Perry's resignation.
- Review the Company's Proxy Statement filed on April 8, 2025, for specific details on director compensation structures.