Evergy Appoints New CFO and Directors
Ticker: EVRG · Form: 8-K · Filed: Mar 8, 2024 · CIK: 1711269
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Evergy, INC. (EVRG) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Mar 8, 2024 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 2 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: executive-change, board-change, management
Related Tickers: EVRG
TL;DR
Evergy's CFO is changing, and they've added two new board members.
AI Summary
Evergy, Inc. announced on March 6, 2024, changes in its executive team and board of directors. Specifically, David L. Soderberg was appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 11, 2024. Additionally, the company elected two new independent directors, L. Stephen Coen and David L. Soderberg, to its Board of Directors.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates significant leadership changes at Evergy, Inc., which could impact the company's financial strategy and corporate governance.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The filing reports routine executive and board changes without any indication of financial distress or significant strategic shifts.
Key Players & Entities
- Evergy, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- David L. Soderberg (person) — Appointed Chief Financial Officer and Elected Director
- L. Stephen Coen (person) — Elected Director
- March 6, 2024 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
- March 11, 2024 (date) — Effective date for new CFO
FAQ
Who has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of Evergy, Inc.?
David L. Soderberg has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of Evergy, Inc.
When is the new CFO appointment effective?
The appointment of David L. Soderberg as CFO is effective March 11, 2024.
How many new independent directors has Evergy, Inc. elected?
Evergy, Inc. has elected two new independent directors.
Who are the newly elected independent directors?
The newly elected independent directors are L. Stephen Coen and David L. Soderberg.
What is the principal executive office address for Evergy, Inc.?
The principal executive office address for Evergy, Inc. is 1200 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64105.
Filing Stats: 558 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 10.9 · Accepted 2024-03-08 16:02:01
Filing Documents
- d764748d8k.htm (8-K) — 22KB
- 0001193125-24-063625.txt ( ) — 137KB
- evrg-20240306.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- evrg-20240306_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 17KB
- evrg-20240306_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 11KB
- d764748d8k_htm.xml (XML) — 3KB
From the Filing
8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2024 Evergy, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Missouri 001-38515 82-2733395 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 1200 Main Street Kansas City , Missouri 64105 (Address of Principal Executive Offices, and Zip Code) (816) 556-2200 Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code Not Applicable (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions ( see General Instruction A.2. below): Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) Pre-commencement communication pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Evergy, Inc. common stock EVRG The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR 240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. Item5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers On March 6, 2024, Mark A. Ruelle notified Evergy, Inc. (the "Company") of his decision not to stand for re-election to the board of directors of the Company (the "Board") at the 2024 annual meeting of shareholders, and will retire from the Board and from the role of Chairman of the Board, effective at the end of his term on May 7, 2024. Mr. Ruelle advised the Company that his decision not to stand for reelection was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies, or practices. David Campbell, the Company's President, Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board will assume the role of Chairman of the Board, effective May 7, 2024. Mr. Ruelle intends to continue to serve as the Chairman of the Board and as a member of the Nuclear, Power Supply, and Environmental Committee of the Board through the annual shareholder meeting in May 2024. The Company wishes to express its appreciation for Mr. Ruelle's more than 30 years of service to the Company. SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. EVERGY, INC. By: /s/ Heather A. Humphrey Name: Heather A. Humphrey Title: Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Date: March 8, 2024