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COPART INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Dec 5, 2008)

Filed December 5, 2008For Securities:CPRT

Summary

Copart, Inc. (CPRT) filed an 8-K on December 5, 2008, reporting a significant change in its board of directors. The company appointed Matt Blunt, former Governor of Missouri, as a new independent director, effective January 13, 2009. This appointment coincides with an amendment to the company's bylaws to increase the board size from seven to eight directors. Mr. Blunt's appointment is noteworthy given his extensive public service background and his compliance with Nasdaq independence requirements. His compensation package includes standard director fees and equity awards, indicating the company's commitment to attracting experienced leadership. This move suggests a focus on strengthening corporate governance and leveraging diverse expertise within the board.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of Matt Blunt as an independent director to the Board of Directors, effective January 13, 2009.
  • 2Matt Blunt brings a background as the former Governor of Missouri and has met Nasdaq independence requirements.
  • 3The size of the Board of Directors has been increased from seven to eight members, effective January 13, 2009.
  • 4Mr. Blunt will serve on the Nominating and Governance Committee.
  • 5Mr. Blunt's compensation will include quarterly cash payments and a stock option grant of 20,000 shares vesting over two years.
  • 6There were no disclosable related-party transactions involving Mr. Blunt.
  • 7The filing includes a press release dated December 5, 2008, detailing these changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Matt Blunt is the outgoing Governor of the State of Missouri and a former Secretary of State for Missouri. He has been appointed as a new independent director to Copart's board, effective January 13, 2009, to fill a vacancy created by an increase in board size. His appointment is intended to leverage his experience and meet corporate governance standards.

Copart's Board of Directors has been expanded from seven to eight members, effective January 13, 2009. This expansion was approved via an amendment to the company's Bylaws.

Mr. Blunt will receive the standard compensation for non-employee directors, which includes quarterly cash compensation of $12,500. Additionally, he will be granted an option to purchase 20,000 shares of Copart's common stock under the 2007 Equity Incentive Plan, with vesting over two years. He will also be reimbursed for reasonable expenses incurred for board and committee meetings.

This specific 8-K filing focuses on changes in the board of directors and corporate governance. It does not provide updated financial statements or commentary on the company's financial performance. Information regarding financial performance would typically be found in other SEC filings like the 10-Q or 10-K.