WBD Board Elects David Zaslav Chairman

Ticker: WBD · Form: 8-K · Filed: 2024-06-07T00:00:00.000Z

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: leadership-change, board-of-directors, executive-compensation

Related Tickers: WBD

TL;DR

Zaslav is now Chairman of WBD's board, effective June 3rd.

AI Summary

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. announced on June 3, 2024, that its Board of Directors has elected a new director, David Zaslav, to serve as Chairman of the Board. Additionally, the company filed financial statements and exhibits related to its business operations. The filing also noted the departure of certain officers and the election of new ones, alongside details on compensatory arrangements for key executives.

Why It Matters

This leadership change at the top of Warner Bros. Discovery could signal shifts in strategic direction and executive priorities for the media giant.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — The filing primarily concerns board and executive changes and routine financial disclosures, with no immediate negative financial implications.

Key Players & Entities

FAQ

Who was elected as the new Chairman of the Board for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.?

David Zaslav was elected as the new Chairman of the Board for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

What is the effective date of the reported board changes?

The earliest event reported, including the board changes, was effective June 3, 2024.

What other items are mentioned in this 8-K filing besides director changes?

The filing also includes information on the election of directors, appointment of certain officers, compensatory arrangements of certain officers, submission of matters to a vote of security holders, and financial statements and exhibits.

What is the Commission File Number for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.?

The Commission File Number for Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is 001-34177.

When was this 8-K form filed with the SEC?

This 8-K form was filed on June 7, 2024.

From the Filing

0001437107-24-000121.txt : 20240607 0001437107-24-000121.hdr.sgml : 20240607 20240607160823 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001437107-24-000121 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 15 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20240603 ITEM INFORMATION: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers ITEM INFORMATION: Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20240607 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20240607 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0001437107 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: CABLE & OTHER PAY TELEVISION SERVICES [4841] ORGANIZATION NAME: 06 Technology IRS NUMBER: 352333914 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-34177 FILM NUMBER: 241029418 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 230 PARK AVENUE SOUTH CITY: NEW YORK STATE: NY ZIP: 10003 BUSINESS PHONE: 212-548-5555 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 230 PARK AVENUE SOUTH CITY: NEW YORK STATE: NY ZIP: 10003 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: Discovery, Inc. DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 20180306 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: Discovery Communications, Inc. DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 20080606 8-K 1 disca-20240603.htm 8-K disca-20240603 0001437107 false 0001437107 2024-06-03 2024-06-03 0001437107 us-gaap:CommonClassAMember 2024-06-03 2024-06-03 0001437107 disca:SeniorNotesDue20304.302Member 2024-06-03 2024-06-03 0001437107 disca:SeniorNotesDue20304.693Member 2024-06-03 2024-06-03 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):  June 7, 2024 ( June 3, 2024 ) Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission File Number:   001-34177 Delaware 35-2333914 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 230 Park Avenue South New York , New York 10003 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code) 212 - 548-5555 (Registrant's telephone number, including area code) (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: [ ☐ ]   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 Series A Common Stock WBD Nasdaq Global Select Market 4.302% Senior Notes due 2030 WBDI30 Nasdaq Global Market 4.693% Senior Notes due 2033 WBDI33 Nasdaq Global 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. ☐ Item 5.02.    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensator

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