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ARCH CAPITAL GROUP LTD. 8-K Report, Material Agreement (Jun 9, 2005)

Filed June 9, 2005For Securities:ACGLACGLNACGLO

Summary

Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL) announced a significant executive appointment in its Form 8-K filing dated June 9, 2005. The company has appointed W. Preston Hutchings as Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer, effective July 1, 2005. This move is crucial for the company's investment strategy and overall financial management, signaling a strengthening of its leadership team in a key operational area. Mr. Hutchings' compensation package includes an annual base salary of $400,000, with a performance bonus target of 100% of base salary, potentially reaching up to 200%. Additionally, he will receive an option to purchase 50,000 common shares and 12,500 restricted common shares, with vesting provisions over several years. These equity awards align Mr. Hutchings' interests with those of shareholders and reflect the company's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of W. Preston Hutchings as Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer, effective July 1, 2005.
  • 2Mr. Hutchings' employment agreement includes an annual base salary of $400,000.
  • 3Performance bonus opportunity with a target of 100% of base salary, up to a maximum of 200%.
  • 4Grant of an option to purchase 50,000 common shares at the market price on the date of grant, vesting in installments.
  • 5Grant of 12,500 restricted common shares, vesting on the fifth anniversary of the grant date.
  • 6The filing also includes a press release as Exhibit 99.1 detailing the appointment.
  • 7The company is based in Bermuda and incorporated in Bermuda.

Frequently Asked Questions

W. Preston Hutchings has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer. His appointment is effective July 1, 2005.

The compensation package includes an annual base salary of $400,000. He is also eligible for an annual performance bonus with a target of 100% of his base salary, and a maximum potential of 200% of his base salary. Additionally, he will receive stock options and restricted stock.

Mr. Hutchings will receive an option to purchase 50,000 common shares of the Company, with the purchase price set at the closing market price on the grant date. This option will vest in three equal annual installments starting from the grant date. He will also be granted 12,500 restricted common shares, which will vest on the fifth anniversary of the grant date.

This Form 8-K filing is primarily to report the entry into a material definitive agreement concerning the employment of W. Preston Hutchings and to disclose this appointment via press release, as required by SEC regulations.