01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed December 5, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Celestica Inc. (CLS) has announced a significant change in its Board of Directors, with Dr. Luis Müller intending to resign effective January 28, 2026.
Dr. Müller is stepping down from his roles as a Director, Chair of the Audit Committee, and member of other Board committees. The company explicitly states that his departure is for personal reasons to pursue other professional commitments and is not a result of any disagreements concerning the Company's operations, policies, or practices. Dr. Müller will continue to fulfill his duties fully until his resignation date, ensuring a smooth transition.
In anticipation of Dr. Müller's departure, the Board has appointed Mr. Amar Maletira, a current Board member, to succeed him as Chair of the Audit Committee. Mr. Maletira brings extensive financial leadership experience, including over 25 years in public company business and strategic finance roles within the enterprise technology sector, notably holding Chief Financial Officer positions. The Board has confirmed his financial expertise makes him well-suited for this critical role, indicating a stable leadership transition for the Audit Committee.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Dr. Luis Müller to resign from Celestica's Board of Directors, Audit Committee Chair, and other committees, effective January 28, 2026.
- Dr. Müller's resignation is due to personal reasons and other professional commitments, with no disagreement with the Company.
- Dr. Müller will remain actively engaged in his current capacities until his resignation.
- Mr. Amar Maletira, a current Board member, appointed as the new Chair of the Audit Committee, effective January 28, 2026.
- Mr. Maletira possesses over 25 years of financial leadership experience, including CFO roles in technology industries.
- The Board has determined Mr. Maletira has the necessary financial expertise for the Audit Committee Chair role.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Dr. Luis Müller resigning from the Board?
Dr. Müller is resigning for personal reasons to focus on other professional commitments. The Company has stated that his decision is not due to any disagreement with Celestica Inc. regarding its operations, policies, or practices.
When will Dr. Müller's resignation be effective?
Dr. Müller's resignation will be effective at the conclusion of the regularly scheduled Board meeting on January 28, 2026.
Who will replace Dr. Müller as Chair of the Audit Committee?
Mr. Amar Maletira, a current member of the Board, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Audit Committee, effective upon Dr. Müller's resignation on January 28, 2026.
What is Mr. Amar Maletira's background and qualification for the role?
Mr. Maletira has over 25 years of extensive public company experience in business, strategy, and finance leadership within the enterprise technology sector. He has held various Chief Financial Officer roles, and the Board has determined he possesses the appropriate financial expertise for the Audit Committee Chair position.
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