8-KLeadership ChangesExhibits & Filings

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (May 23, 2006)

Filed May 23, 2006For Securities:A

Summary

Agilent Technologies, Inc. filed a Form 8-K on May 23, 2006, reporting a significant change in its Board of Directors. Effective May 17, 2006, Paul N. Clark was elected to the Board, filling a position that will be up for re-election at the 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. This appointment is notable as it brings new expertise and oversight to the company's governance structure. Mr. Clark's addition to the Board includes his service on key committees: the Compensation Committee and the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee. These roles are crucial for shaping executive compensation strategies and ensuring sound corporate governance practices. The filing indicates no undisclosed arrangements or material interest transactions involving Mr. Clark, suggesting a straightforward appointment aimed at strengthening the Board's capabilities.

Key Highlights

  • 1Agilent Technologies appointed Paul N. Clark to its Board of Directors, effective May 17, 2006.
  • 2Mr. Clark will serve on the Compensation Committee, indicating a focus on executive remuneration strategy.
  • 3He will also join the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee, suggesting a commitment to robust governance.
  • 4The director appointment is for a class that will stand for re-election at the 2009 Annual Meeting.
  • 5No disclosed arrangements or understandings were found regarding Mr. Clark's election.
  • 6There are no disclosed material interest transactions involving Mr. Clark required under Regulation S-K.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing primarily announces the election of a new director, Paul N. Clark, to the Board of Directors of Agilent Technologies, Inc., effective May 17, 2006.

Mr. Clark has been appointed to serve on the Compensation Committee and the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee of Agilent's Board of Directors.

The filing explicitly states that there are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Clark and any other person regarding his election, nor are there any disclosed material interest transactions to which the Company is a party that require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

Mr. Clark was elected to serve in the class of directors that will stand for re-election at the 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.