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DOLLAR GENERAL CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Mar 17, 2020)

Filed March 17, 2020For Securities:DG

Summary

This 8-K filing by Dollar General Corporation (DG) on March 17, 2020, primarily announces a change in its Board of Directors structure. The Board size has been increased from eight to nine members, and Ms. Debra A. Sandler has been appointed as a new director, effective April 1, 2020. Ms. Sandler has also been appointed to the Nominating & Governance Committee and has been deemed independent according to NYSE listing standards. This appointment brings new expertise to the board and aligns with corporate governance best practices. Investors can note the standard compensation package for non-employee directors, including a cash retainer and equity awards, which reflects the company's commitment to attracting and retaining qualified board members. Additionally, the filing clarifies an extension of the deadline for director nominations for the newly created board position, ensuring a fair process for the upcoming annual shareholder meeting.

Key Highlights

  • 1Dollar General expanded its Board of Directors from eight to nine members.
  • 2Ms. Debra A. Sandler was appointed as a new independent director, effective April 1, 2020.
  • 3Ms. Sandler will serve on the Nominating & Governance Committee.
  • 4Ms. Sandler's compensation as a non-employee director includes a $95,000 annual cash retainer and an equity award valued at approximately $165,000.
  • 5The deadline for director nominations for the newly created board position has been extended to March 27, 2020.
  • 6The company's annual shareholder meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2020.
  • 7No undisclosed arrangements or transactions exist between Ms. Sandler and the Company.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ms. Debra A. Sandler is a newly appointed independent director to Dollar General's Board of Directors. Her appointment is part of the Board's decision to increase its size. She has also been appointed to the Nominating & Governance Committee.

For the 2020 fiscal year, Ms. Sandler will receive an annual cash retainer of $95,000, an equity award valued at approximately $165,000 in restricted stock units, and standard committee chair retainers if applicable to her committee role.

Due to the increase in board size, the deadline for shareholders to submit director nominations for the new position has been extended to March 27, 2020. All nominations must comply with the company's Bylaws.

Dollar General's annual meeting of shareholders is scheduled to be held on May 27, 2020.