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CITIZENS FINANCIAL GROUP INC/RI 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Sep 28, 2016)

Filed September 28, 2016For Securities:CFGCFG-PHCFG-PECFG-PI

Summary

This 8-K filing from Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (CFG) reports a significant change in its executive leadership. The company announced that its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Eric W. Aboaf, has resigned, effective December 16, 2016, to pursue other opportunities. This departure marks the end of Mr. Aboaf's tenure as CFO, a key financial steward for the company. In response to this resignation, Citizens Financial Group has appointed John J. Fawcett as interim Chief Financial Officer, effective December 17, 2016. This appointment is contingent upon regulatory approval. Mr. Fawcett is expected to fill the CFO role on an interim basis while the company conducts a search for a permanent replacement for Mr. Aboaf. Investors should monitor the search process and the qualifications of the eventual permanent CFO.

Key Highlights

  • 1Eric W. Aboaf, EVP and Chief Financial Officer, has resigned.
  • 2Mr. Aboaf's resignation is effective December 16, 2016.
  • 3The company is seeking to fill the CFO position permanently.
  • 4John J. Fawcett has been appointed as interim Chief Financial Officer.
  • 5Mr. Fawcett's appointment as interim CFO is effective December 17, 2016.
  • 6The appointment of Mr. Fawcett is subject to regulatory approval.
  • 7The company issued a press release on September 28, 2016, detailing these changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Eric W. Aboaf is resigning to pursue other opportunities, as stated in the filing.

John J. Fawcett has been appointed as the interim Chief Financial Officer, effective December 17, 2016, until a permanent replacement is found.

While a change in CFO can be significant, the appointment of an interim CFO suggests the company is taking steps to ensure continuity in financial leadership during the transition period. Investors should monitor the company's financial reporting for any immediate impacts.

The filing indicates that Mr. Fawcett is expected to serve as interim CFO until Mr. Aboaf's replacement is found. The exact timeline for the permanent CFO search is not specified.