8-KLeadership Changes

AMAZON COM INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 2, 2021)

Filed July 2, 2021For Securities:AMZN

Summary

This 8-K filing from Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) announces significant leadership changes effective July 5, 2021. Andrew R. Jassy will transition from his role as CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS) to become the President and Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.com, Inc. This transition marks a pivotal moment for the company as Jassy, a long-time Amazon executive with deep experience, particularly in scaling AWS, takes the helm. In conjunction with his new role, Mr. Jassy has been elected to the Board of Directors and will receive a restricted stock unit award of 61,000 shares of common stock, vesting over ten years. The company has also approved security arrangements and an indemnification agreement for Mr. Jassy, consistent with those provided to other directors. Investors should view this as a planned and orderly succession, leveraging internal talent with a proven track record.

Key Highlights

  • 1Andrew R. Jassy appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 5, 2021.
  • 2Mr. Jassy elected to the Board of Directors.
  • 3Mr. Jassy receives a restricted stock unit award of 61,000 shares, vesting over 10 years.
  • 4The award is under the Company's 1997 Stock Incentive Plan.
  • 5Appropriate security arrangements and an indemnification agreement have been approved for Mr. Jassy.
  • 6This filing confirms the widely anticipated CEO transition.
  • 7Mr. Jassy has a long tenure at Amazon, having led AWS since its inception.

Frequently Asked Questions

Andrew R. Jassy is appointed as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of Amazon.com, Inc., effective July 5, 2021.

Mr. Jassy joined Amazon in 1997 and has held significant leadership positions, most notably leading Amazon Web Services (AWS) since its inception, first as Senior Vice President and then as its CEO.

In connection with his promotion, Mr. Jassy will receive a restricted stock unit award for 61,000 shares of common stock, which will vest over a ten-year period. He will also have security arrangements and an indemnification agreement.

The leadership transition, including Mr. Jassy's appointment as CEO and his election to the Board, becomes effective on July 5, 2021.