8-KLeadership Changes

CURTISS WRIGHT CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jan 11, 2021)

Filed January 11, 2021For Securities:CW

Summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW) announced a key leadership change in its finance department through an 8-K filing on January 11, 2021. Mr. Robert F. Freda has been appointed as the new Vice President and Treasurer, effective January 11, 2021, succeeding the retiring Mr. Harry Jakubowitz. This appointment brings internal talent to a crucial financial role, as Mr. Freda has a long tenure with the company, having previously served as Assistant Corporate Controller and Director of Finance. Investors should note that Mr. Freda's promotion signifies continuity and leverages existing institutional knowledge within the company's financial operations. His extensive experience within Curtiss-Wright, coupled with his CPA designation and prior corporate finance roles, positions him to effectively manage the company's treasury functions. The filing also clarifies that there are no unusual arrangements or related-party transactions associated with his appointment, suggesting a standard and straightforward transition.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of Robert F. Freda as Vice President and Treasurer, effective January 11, 2021.
  • 2Mr. Freda replaces the retiring Harry Jakubowitz.
  • 3Freda has significant internal experience, having served as Assistant Corporate Controller and Director of Finance at Curtiss-Wright.
  • 4Freda reports directly to K. Christopher Farkas, the Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
  • 5Mr. Freda is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a Bachelor of Science in accounting.
  • 6No family relationships exist between Mr. Freda and other company executives or directors.
  • 7No material related-party transactions or conflicts of interest are disclosed concerning Mr. Freda's appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mr. Robert F. Freda has been appointed as the new Vice President and Treasurer of Curtiss-Wright, effective January 11, 2021.

Mr. Freda is replacing Mr. Harry Jakubowitz, who retired from his position as Vice President and Treasurer on January 8, 2021.

Mr. Freda has extensive experience within Curtiss-Wright, serving as Assistant Corporate Controller from June 2017 and Director of Finance from September 2006. Prior to these roles, he held various corporate finance positions for over 16 years, including at Telcordia Technologies.

The filing states there are no family relationships between Mr. Freda and other company officers or directors, nor any undisclosed arrangements or material financial interests in transactions with the company exceeding $120,000. His appointment appears to be a standard internal promotion.