Summary
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) filed an 8-K on September 25, 2007, to announce a key executive change. M. Scott Crocco was appointed as Vice President and Corporate Controller, effective October 1, 2007. In this role, Mr. Crocco will also assume responsibility as the company's principal accounting officer. This appointment signifies a transition in the company's financial leadership. Investors should note Mr. Crocco's extensive tenure with Air Products since 1990 and his progressive roles within the finance department, including previous positions as Controller of the electronics division and director of Corporate Decision Support. His most recent role as Corporate Controller, which he held since November 2006, encompassed Global Accounting and Transaction Services and Corporate Decision Support, indicating a strong foundation for his new responsibilities.
Key Highlights
- 1Announcement of M. Scott Crocco's appointment as Vice President and Corporate Controller, effective October 1, 2007.
- 2M. Scott Crocco will also serve as the company's principal accounting officer.
- 3Crocco has been with Air Products since 1990, demonstrating long-term company commitment.
- 4Previous roles include Controller of the electronics division (2001) and director of Corporate Decision Support (2003).
- 5Most recently served as Corporate Controller since November 2006, overseeing Global Accounting and Transaction Services and Corporate Decision Support.
- 6The filing is made under Item 5.02 of Form 8-K, which covers departure/election of directors and appointment of officers.
- 7Paul E. Huck, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.