Westlake Corp Appoints New Executive Vice Presidents

Ticker: WLK · Form: 8-K · Filed: 2024-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: executive-appointment, personnel

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TL;DR

Westlake Corp just promoted Bob Chapman and Dave Johnson to EVP roles, effective immediately.

AI Summary

On July 15, 2024, Westlake Corporation announced the appointment of two new officers: Robert B. "Bob" Chapman as Executive Vice President, Performance and Essential Materials, and David R. "Dave" Johnson as Executive Vice President, Housing and Infrastructure Products. Both appointments are effective immediately. The company also reported on compensatory arrangements for certain officers.

Why It Matters

These executive appointments signal potential shifts in leadership focus and strategy within Westlake's key business segments, which could impact future performance and operational direction.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: low — The filing primarily concerns executive appointments and compensatory arrangements, which are routine corporate governance matters.

Key Players & Entities

FAQ

What are the specific new roles for Robert B. Chapman and David R. Johnson?

Robert B. Chapman has been appointed Executive Vice President, Performance and Essential Materials, and David R. Johnson has been appointed Executive Vice President, Housing and Infrastructure Products.

When are these executive appointments effective?

The appointments of Robert B. Chapman and David R. Johnson are effective immediately as of July 15, 2024.

What is the primary purpose of this 8-K filing?

This 8-K filing reports on the departure of directors or certain officers, election of directors, appointment of certain officers, and compensatory arrangements of certain officers, as well as Regulation FD disclosures and financial statements/exhibits.

What is Westlake Corporation's state of incorporation?

Westlake Corporation is incorporated in Delaware.

What is Westlake Corporation's IRS Employer Identification Number?

Westlake Corporation's IRS Employer Identification Number is 76-0346924.

From the Filing

0001193125-24-178846.txt : 20240715 0001193125-24-178846.hdr.sgml : 20240715 20240715083203 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001193125-24-178846 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 15 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20240715 ITEM INFORMATION: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers ITEM INFORMATION: Regulation FD Disclosure ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20240715 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20240715 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: WESTLAKE CORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0001262823 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: INDUSTRIAL ORGANIC CHEMICALS [2860] ORGANIZATION NAME: 08 Industrial Applications and Services IRS NUMBER: 760346924 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-32260 FILM NUMBER: 241115932 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 2801 POST OAK BLVD STREET 2: SUITE 600 CITY: HOUSTON STATE: TX ZIP: 77056 BUSINESS PHONE: 713-960-9111 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 2801 POST OAK BLVD STREET 2: SUITE 600 CITY: HOUSTON STATE: TX ZIP: 77056 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: WESTLAKE CHEMICAL CORP DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 20030908 8-K 1 d849268d8k.htm 8-K 8-K WESTLAKE CORP false 0001262823 0001262823 2024-07-15 2024-07-15 0001262823 us-gaap:CommonStockMember 2024-07-15 2024-07-15 0001262823 us-gaap:SeniorNotesMember 2024-07-15 2024-07-15     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): July 15, 2024     Westlake Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)       Delaware   001-32260   76-0346924 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)   (Commission File Number)   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)   2801 Post Oak Boulevard , Suite 600   Houston , Texas   77056 (Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (713) 960-9111     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 Common Stock   WLK   The New York Stock Exchange 1.625% Senior Notes due 2029   WLK 29   The New York Stock Exchange Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in 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; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On July 15, 2024, Westlake Corporation (the “Company”) announced the fo

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