01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed February 5, 2024. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CF) filed a Form 8-K on February 5, 2024 reporting the appointment of Christopher D.
Bohn as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, and his election to the Board of Directors, both effective February 1, 2024. Mr. Bohn continues to serve as Chief Financial Officer until a successor is appointed, and the filing states that an external search for a permanent CFO replacement is underway. Mr. Bohn will lead global manufacturing, distribution, sales and supply chain, including the company's clean energy initiatives, with accountability for operational excellence focused on safety, productivity and long-term growth.
In connection with the appointment, the Compensation and Management Development Committee raised Mr. Bohn's annual base salary rate to $800,000a effective February 1, 2024, and increased his target annual incentive opportunity under the short-term incentive program to 100% of base salary. On February 1, 2024, he received an award of 12,897 restricted stock units under the 2022 Equity and Incentive Plan, vesting on January 3, 2027, subject to continued employment or qualifying service and to accelerated vesting upon a Change in Control, death or Disability. Mr. Bohn will receive no additional compensation for his board service.
The filing also furnishes a press release dated February 5, 2024 (Exhibit 99.1) announcing the appointment and board election. The filing states that Mr. Bohn has more than 14 years of experience in the nitrogen fertilizer sector and has been instrumental in developing the company's clean energy strategy. The leadership change is primarily a management reshuffle, with the key open item for investors being the selection of a new CFO.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Christopher D. Bohn appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and elected to the Board, both effective February 1, 2024.
- Bohn continues as Chief Financial Officer until a successor is appointed; the filing states an external search is underway for a permanent CFO.
- Base salary increased to $800,000 effective February 1, 2024.
- Target annual incentive under the short-term incentive program increased to 100% of base salary.
- On February 1, 2024, Bohn was granted 12,897 restricted stock units vesting on January 3, 2027, with accelerated vesting on a Change in Control, death or Disability.
- Bohn will lead global manufacturing, distribution, sales and supply chain, including clean energy initiatives.
- Bohn previously served as EVP and CFO from July 2023 and as CFO from September 2019 to July 2023, and joined the company in September 2009.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christopher Bohn's new role at CF Industries?
Effective February 1, 2024, Bohn was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer and elected to the Board of Directors. He will lead global manufacturing, distribution, sales and supply chain, including the company's clean energy initiatives.
Who is currently serving as CFO, and is a replacement planned?
Bohn continues to serve as Chief Financial Officer until a successor is appointed. The press release states that a permanent replacement has not yet been appointed and that an external search is underway.
What compensation changes were made for Bohn?
His annual base salary rate was increased to $800,000 effective February 1, 2024, and his target annual incentive under the short-term incentive program was raised to 100% of base salary. He also received 12,897 restricted stock units on February 1, 2024, vesting on January 3, 2027, subject to continued employment or qualifying service.
Does Bohn receive extra pay for serving on the Board?
No. The filing states that Mr. Bohn will not receive any additional compensation for his service as a director.
What is Bohn's background?
Bohn, age 56, joined CF Industries in September 2009 and has held roles including Senior Vice President and CFO, Senior Vice President of Manufacturing and Distribution, and Vice President of Supply Chain. Before joining the company, he was CFO of Hess Print Solutions. He holds a B.S. in finance from Indiana University and an M.B.A. from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
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