01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed January 23, 2023. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD) has announced a board composition change through an 8-K filing on January 23, 2023.
The company appointed Johanna Flower to its Board of Directors, increasing the board size from eight to nine members. Ms. Flower brings a deep understanding of CrowdStrike, having previously served as Chief Marketing Officer from January to November 2022 and in the same role from 2014 to 2020. While Ms. Flower's prior executive role means she is not considered independent under Nasdaq rules, her appointment is expected to provide valuable insights.
Her experience includes advisory work for various companies and current board positions at Freshworks, Inc., ForgeRock, Inc., and several private entities. This move signals a continued focus on leveraging experienced leadership to guide the company's strategic direction.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Johanna Flower appointed to the Board of Directors, effective January 18, 2023.
- Board size increased from eight to nine directors.
- Ms. Flower previously served as CrowdStrike's Chief Marketing Officer (Jan-Nov 2022 and Nov 2014-Aug 2020).
- Ms. Flower brings external board experience with Freshworks, ForgeRock, and private companies.
- Standard director indemnification agreement entered into with Ms. Flower.
- Ms. Flower is not considered an independent director due to prior employment with CrowdStrike.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Johanna Flower and why has she been appointed to the Board?
Johanna Flower has been appointed to CrowdStrike's Board of Directors. She has a strong history with the company, having served as Chief Marketing Officer from January to November 2022 and previously from 2014 to 2020. Her appointment is intended to leverage her deep understanding of CrowdStrike's business and market.
Does Ms. Flower's appointment change the independence of the board?
Yes, Ms. Flower is not considered an independent director under Nasdaq listing rules due to her recent executive role as Chief Marketing Officer. This appointment increases the board size but does not affect the independence status of existing directors.
What is CrowdStrike's compensation structure for non-employee directors like Ms. Flower?
As a non-employee member of the Board, Ms. Flower will receive compensation in accordance with CrowdStrike's standard Outside Director Compensation Policy. The company has also entered into its standard director indemnification agreement with her.
Are there any related party transactions or specific arrangements for Ms. Flower's appointment?
The filing states there are no arrangements or understandings with any person pursuant to which Ms. Flower was appointed, and no family relationships with any current director or executive officer. Furthermore, there are no reportable related party transactions between Ms. Flower and the Company.
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