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CURTISS WRIGHT CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Oct 15, 2012)

Filed October 15, 2012For Securities:CW

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW) reports a significant leadership change within the company. On October 12, 2012, the Board of Directors appointed David C. Adams as the new President and Chief Operating Officer. This promotion is a strategic move, with Mr. Adams set to oversee the company's three operating segments: Flow Control, Motion Control, and Metal Treatment, reporting directly to the CEO, Mr. Benante. Mr. Adams brings extensive experience to this elevated role, having served as Co-Chief Operating Officer for the previous five years, where he was instrumental in driving strategic goals, technological development, and financial performance for key segments. His prior leadership experience includes serving as President of Motion Control since 2005 and holding positions at Goodrich and Lucas Aerospace. This appointment signals a focus on operational leadership and potentially continued growth within Curtiss-Wright's core business segments.

Key Highlights

  • 1David C. Adams appointed President and Chief Operating Officer, effective October 12, 2012.
  • 2Mr. Adams will have oversight of Curtiss-Wright's three operating segments: Flow Control, Motion Control, and Metal Treatment.
  • 3He will report directly to the CEO, Mr. Benante.
  • 4Mr. Adams has five years of prior experience as Co-Chief Operating Officer, managing strategic, operational, and financial aspects of the Motion Control and Metal Treatment segments.
  • 5He has been President of Motion Control since 2005.
  • 6Mr. Adams possesses significant industry experience, including a decade with Goodrich and Lucas Aerospace prior to joining Curtiss-Wright in 2000.
  • 7The filing confirms no material interest of Mr. Adams in any related party transactions exceeding $120,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

David C. Adams has been appointed as the new President and Chief Operating Officer of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, effective October 12, 2012.

Mr. Adams will be responsible for overseeing the company's three operating segments: Flow Control, Motion Control, and Metal Treatment. He will report directly to the CEO, Mr. Benante.

Yes, Mr. Adams has extensive experience within Curtiss-Wright, including serving as Co-Chief Operating Officer for the five years prior to this appointment and as President of Motion Control since 2005.

No, the filing explicitly states that there are no transactions or proposed transactions where Mr. Adams had or will have a direct or indirect material interest exceeding $120,000.