01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed March 14, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing announces a key executive transition at Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) concerning its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role.
Effective March 24, 2025, Lee McChesney will assume the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. This appointment is part of a broader leadership transition, as the current CFO, Richard Dierker, is set to become the Chief Executive Officer on April 2, 2025, succeeding Matthew T. Farrell upon his retirement.
Mr. McChesney's arrival will facilitate Mr. Dierker's transition into the CEO role, with Mr. Dierker continuing as Head of Business Operations until then. Investors should note the compensation package offered to Mr. McChesney, which includes a base salary of $700,000,a a target annual bonus of 85% of base salary, and a target long-term incentive award opportunity of 245% of base salary.
Additionally, he will receive a significant one-time grant of $2.2 millionb in time-based restricted stock units vesting over two years, and three one-time cash sign-on bonuses totaling $200,000, subject to continued employment. Mr. McChesney brings extensive financial leadership experience, having previously served as SVP and CFO of MSA Safety Inc. and holding various senior finance roles at Stanley Black & Decker and United Technologies Corporation.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Lee McChesney appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective March 24, 2025.
- Appointment of McChesney is part of a planned leadership succession, aligning with Richard Dierker's transition to CEO on April 2, 2025.
- Mr. McChesney's compensation includes a $700,000 base salary, 85% target annual bonus, and 245% target long-term incentive award.
- Mr. McChesney will receive a one-time long-term incentive award of $2.2 million in restricted stock units with a two-year vesting schedule.
- Mr. McChesney is eligible for three one-time cash sign-on bonuses totaling $200,000.
- Mr. McChesney has a strong financial background, previously serving as CFO at MSA Safety Inc. and in various roles at Stanley Black & Decker.
- Mr. Dierker will continue as Executive Vice President and Head of Business Operations until assuming the CEO role.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Lee McChesney's appointment as CFO?
Lee McChesney's appointment as CFO is a key part of Church & Dwight's planned leadership succession. He will step into the CFO role immediately before Richard Dierker transitions from CFO to CEO, ensuring a smooth handover of financial leadership and operational responsibilities.
What is Lee McChesney's compensation package?
Mr. McChesney's compensation includes a base salary of $700,000, a target annual bonus of 85% of his base salary, and a target annual long-term incentive award opportunity of 245% of his base salary. He will also receive a $2.2 million one-time grant of restricted stock units vesting over two years and cash sign-on bonuses totaling $200,000.
What is the background of the new CFO, Lee McChesney?
Mr. McChesney, 53, has extensive financial leadership experience. Most recently, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of MSA Safety Inc. Prior to that, he held numerous senior finance and leadership positions at Stanley Black & Decker for over a decade, and also held finance roles at United Technologies Corporation.
How does this CFO change relate to Richard Dierker's move to CEO?
The appointment of Mr. McChesney as CFO directly facilitates Mr. Dierker's upcoming transition to CEO on April 2, 2025. Mr. McChesney's assumption of the CFO duties on March 24 allows Mr. Dierker to focus on his transition to CEO. Mr. Dierker will continue in his role as Head of Business Operations until he officially becomes CEO.
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