Knowles Corp Appoints New CFO

Ticker: KN · Form: 8-K · Filed: Dec 9, 2024 · CIK: 1587523

Knowles Corp 8-K Filing Summary
FieldDetail
CompanyKnowles Corp (KN)
Form Type8-K
Filed DateDec 9, 2024
Risk Levellow
Pages3
Reading Time4 min
Key Dollar Amounts$0.01, $235,000, $65,000, $170,000, $8,000
Sentimentneutral

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: executive-change, cfo-appointment

Related Tickers: KN

TL;DR

Knowles Corp has a new CFO, Thomas A. Jenkins, replacing Jeffrey A. Niewood.

AI Summary

Knowles Corporation announced on December 6, 2024, a change in its principal executive officers. Thomas A. Jenkins has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Jeffrey A. Niewood. Jenkins previously served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the company.

Why It Matters

This executive change could signal a shift in financial strategy or operational focus for Knowles Corporation, impacting investor confidence and future financial performance.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — The filing reports a routine executive appointment, which typically carries low risk unless specific performance concerns are indicated.

Key Players & Entities

  • Knowles Corporation (company) — Registrant
  • Thomas A. Jenkins (person) — Appointed Chief Financial Officer
  • Jeffrey A. Niewood (person) — Departing Chief Financial Officer
  • December 6, 2024 (date) — Date of earliest event reported

FAQ

Who has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of Knowles Corporation?

Thomas A. Jenkins has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer of Knowles Corporation.

Who did Thomas A. Jenkins replace as CFO?

Thomas A. Jenkins replaced Jeffrey A. Niewood as CFO.

What was Thomas A. Jenkins' previous role at Knowles Corporation?

Thomas A. Jenkins previously served as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Knowles Corporation.

On what date was this change reported?

The earliest event reported was on December 6, 2024.

What is the principal executive office address for Knowles Corporation?

The principal executive offices are located at 1511 Maplewood Drive, Itasca, IL 60143.

Filing Stats: 895 words · 4 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 11.1 · Accepted 2024-12-09 12:25:48

Key Financial Figures

  • $0.01 — ange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share KN New York Stock E
  • $235,000 — consisted of (i) an annual retainer of $235,000, payable $65,000 in cash and $170,000 i
  • $65,000 — an annual retainer of $235,000, payable $65,000 in cash and $170,000 in restricted stoc
  • $170,000 — f $235,000, payable $65,000 in cash and $170,000 in restricted stock units that vest on
  • $8,000 — , (ii) an additional annual retainer of $8,000 for service on the Compensation Committ

Filing Documents

01. Regulation FD

Item 7.01. Regulation FD. A copy of the press release issued by the Company on December 9, 2024, which announces the election of Ms. Angelini to the Board, is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. The following exhibits are filed as part of this report: Exhibit Number 99.1 Press Release of Knowles Corporation dated December 9, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

SIGNATURES 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. KNOWLES CORPORATION Date: December 9, 2024 By: /s/ Robert J. Perna Robert J. Perna Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary

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