Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by BlueLinx Holdings Inc. reports a corporate governance event dated August 16, 2012. The report addresses the appointment of a new officer to 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 contains no financial data.
Material Changes
The material change reported is the appointment of Mr. Ronald E. Kolka to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Mr. Robert Warden. Mr. Kolka was appointed to the Board of Directors on August 16, 2012.
Management Commentary and Background
Mr. Kolka brings significant executive experience to the role. His background includes:
- Senior Operating Executive at Cerberus Operations and Advisory Company, LLC (COAC) since December 2009.
- Acting Chief Financial Officer of Freedom Group, Inc. since January 5, 2012.
- Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Chrysler LLC from 2007 to 2009.
- Long-term tenure with Chrysler Corporation starting in 1986.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Confirm the effective date of Mr. Kolka's appointment (August 16, 2012).
- Verify the specific role Mr. Kolka is filling (vacancy left by Mr. Robert Warden).
- Review Mr. Kolka's prior compensation arrangements and potential conflicts of interest with Cerberus or Freedom Group.
- Check subsequent filings for any changes to the Board composition or executive leadership structure.