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EDISON INTERNATIONAL 8-K/A Report, Executive Changes (May 25, 2016)

Filed May 25, 2016For Securities:EIX

Summary

This 8-K filing from Edison International (EIX) on May 25, 2016, announces significant executive leadership transitions across both EIX and its subsidiary Southern California Edison (SCE). Key leadership changes include the planned retirement of CEO Theodore F. Craver, Jr. on September 30, 2016, with Pedro J. Pizarro slated to succeed him. Pizarro, currently President of SCE, will also take on the role of President of EIX on June 1, 2016, and will become CEO on September 30, 2016. Additionally, Kevin M. Payne will become CEO of SCE, and Ronald O. Nichols will become President of SCE, both effective June 1, 2016. The filing also details the retirement of CFO W. James Scilacci and the appointment of Maria Rigatti as Executive Vice President and CFO of EIX, effective September 30, 2016. These leadership changes are accompanied by adjustments to compensation for the incoming executives and amendments to corporate governance to reflect a non-executive board chair structure for EIX. For investors, these executive changes signal a planned succession for key leadership roles, aiming for a smooth transition. The promotion of internal candidates like Pedro J. Pizarro, who has a strong track record within SCE, suggests continuity in strategy. The clear timeline for these transitions provides transparency. The compensation adjustments for the new roles and the introduction of a non-executive Board Chair at EIX are important governance considerations that investors should monitor for their impact on future strategic decisions and executive oversight.

Key Highlights

  • 1Theodore F. Craver, Jr., CEO and Chairman of EIX, will retire on September 30, 2016.
  • 2Pedro J. Pizarro, current President of SCE, will become President of EIX on June 1, 2016, and CEO of EIX on September 30, 2016.
  • 3Kevin M. Payne appointed CEO of SCE, effective June 1, 2016.
  • 4Ronald O. Nichols appointed President of SCE, effective June 1, 2016.
  • 5W. James Scilacci, CFO of EIX, will retire on September 30, 2016.
  • 6Maria Rigatti appointed Executive Vice President and CFO of EIX, effective September 30, 2016.
  • 7William P. Sullivan to become non-executive Chair of EIX Board, effective September 30, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pedro J. Pizarro, who is currently the President of Southern California Edison (SCE), has been appointed to succeed Mr. Craver as CEO of Edison International (EIX) upon Mr. Craver's retirement on September 30, 2016. Mr. Pizarro will also become President of EIX on June 1, 2016.

Kevin M. Payne has been elected CEO of SCE, and Ronald O. Nichols has been elected President of SCE, both effective June 1, 2016. William (Tres) Petmecky will also step into the role of SCE's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective September 30, 2016.

Most of the leadership changes become effective on June 1, 2016, including the appointments of Pedro J. Pizarro as EIX President, Kevin M. Payne as SCE CEO, and Ronald O. Nichols as SCE President. The retirements of Theodore F. Craver, Jr. and W. James Scilacci, and the appointments of Pedro J. Pizarro as EIX CEO and Maria Rigatti as EIX CFO, are all effective September 30, 2016.

Yes, effective September 30, 2016, William P. Sullivan, an independent director, will be appointed as the non-executive Chair of the Board of EIX. This change aligns with amendments to EIX's Bylaws and Corporate Governance Guidelines to formalize a non-executive Chair role.