Wiley & Sons Appoints New Director Beth L. Halpern
Ticker: WLYB · Form: 8-K · Filed: May 28, 2024 · CIK: 107140
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | John Wiley & Sons, Inc. (WLYB) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | May 28, 2024 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 2 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $1.00 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: director-appointment, governance
TL;DR
Wiley & Sons adds Beth Halpern to the board, bringing legal and governance expertise.
AI Summary
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. announced on May 21, 2024, the appointment of Beth L. Halpern as a new director, effective immediately. Halpern brings extensive experience in corporate governance and strategic advisory, having previously served as a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. Her appointment is part of the company's ongoing efforts to strengthen its board composition.
Why It Matters
The addition of a director with significant legal and governance experience can enhance strategic decision-making and oversight for John Wiley & Sons, potentially impacting future business direction and shareholder value.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The appointment of a new director is a routine corporate governance event with typically low immediate risk.
Key Players & Entities
- JOHN WILEY & SONS, INC. (company) — Registrant
- Beth L. Halpern (person) — Newly appointed director
- Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates (company) — Previous employer of new director
- May 21, 2024 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
FAQ
Who has been appointed as a new director for John Wiley & Sons, Inc.?
Beth L. Halpern has been appointed as a new director for John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
When was the earliest event reported in this 8-K filing?
The earliest event reported in this 8-K filing was on May 21, 2024.
What is the principal executive office address for John Wiley & Sons, Inc.?
The principal executive office address for John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is 111 River Street, Hoboken, New Jersey 07030.
What is the IRS Employer Identification Number for John Wiley & Sons, Inc.?
The IRS Employer Identification Number for John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is 13-5593032.
What is the SIC code for John Wiley & Sons, Inc.?
The SIC code for John Wiley & Sons, Inc. is 2731, which corresponds to BOOKS: PUBLISHING OR PUBLISHING AND PRINTING.
Filing Stats: 647 words · 3 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 11.8 · Accepted 2024-05-28 16:31:20
Key Financial Figures
- $1.00 — stered Class A Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share WLY New York Stock Exchange
Filing Documents
- jwa-20240521.htm (8-K) — 28KB
- 0000107140-24-000085.txt ( ) — 186KB
- jwa-20240521.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 2KB
- jwa-20240521_def.xml (EX-101.DEF) — 15KB
- jwa-20240521_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 27KB
- jwa-20240521_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 16KB
- jwa-20240521_htm.xml (XML) — 4KB
01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits Exhibit No. Description 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted as Inline XBRL)
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 thereunto duly authorized. JOHN WILEY & SONS, INC. (Registrant) By /s/ Christina Van Tassell Christina Van Tassell Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dated: May 28, 2024