LKQ Corp Elects New Directors, Appoints New General Counsel

Ticker: LKQ · Form: 8-K · Filed: Apr 19, 2024 · CIK: 1065696

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: management-change, board-of-directors, executive-appointment

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TL;DR

LKQ Corp shakes up board and legal team with new directors and GC appointment.

AI Summary

LKQ Corporation announced on April 18, 2024, changes in its executive and director roles. The company elected two new directors, David R. Johnson and Joseph M. Riley, to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Additionally, the company announced the appointment of Ryan L. Cheek as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary, effective April 22, 2024.

Why It Matters

These executive and board changes could signal shifts in company strategy or governance, impacting investor confidence and future operational direction.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — The filing concerns routine executive and director changes, not significant financial events or strategic shifts.

Key Players & Entities

FAQ

Who were the newly elected directors to LKQ Corporation's Board?

David R. Johnson and Joseph M. Riley were elected as new directors to LKQ Corporation's Board of Directors.

When were the new directors elected?

The new directors were elected effective April 18, 2024.

Who has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary?

Ryan L. Cheek has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary.

What is the effective date for Ryan L. Cheek's new role?

Ryan L. Cheek's appointment is effective April 22, 2024.

What is the principal executive office address for LKQ Corporation?

The principal executive office address for LKQ Corporation is 500 West Madison Street, Suite 2800, Chicago, Illinois 60661.

Filing Stats: 561 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 13.1 · Accepted 2024-04-19 11:52:25

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lkq-20240418 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 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): April 18, 2024 ________________________ LKQ CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) _______________________ Delaware 000-50404 36-4215970 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 500 West Madison Street , Suite 2800 Chicago , Illinois 60661 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Registrant's telephone number, including area code: ( 312 ) 621-1950 N/A (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 communications 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 communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) Pre-commencement communications 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 Common Stock, par value $.01 per share LKQ The Nasdaq Global Select Market 4.125% Notes due 2031 LKQ31 The Nasdaq Global Select Market Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (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. o Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On April 18, 2024, LKQ Corporation (the "Company") announced that Todd Cunningham, currently the Company's Vice President, Finance and Assistant Controller, will become the Company's Vice President, Finance and Controller and the Company's principal accounting officer effective May 1, 2024. Michael Clark, currently the Company's Vice President, Finance and Controller and the Company's principal accounting officer, will transition to a role as the Company's Senior Vice President, Policy and Administration effective May 1, 2024. Mr. Cunningham, age 46, has served as the Company's Vice President, Finance and Assistant Controller since June 2021. Mr. Cunningham also previously served as the Company's Vice President, Corporate Audit from February 2018 to June 2021 and Finance Director at the Company's Euro Car Parts business in the United Kingdom from July 2015 to February 2018. Mr. Cunningham, a certified public accountant (inactive), began his career in public accounting with Arthur Andersen (and subsequently Deloitte) as an auditor with clients in various industries, including consumer services, manufacturing and distribution. 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. Dated: April 19, 2024 LKQ CORPORATION By: /s/ Matthew J. McKay Matthew J. McKay Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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