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EMCOR Group, Inc. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Dec 17, 2008)

Filed December 17, 2008For Securities:EME

Summary

EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME) filed an 8-K on December 17, 2008, primarily to announce the election of Mr. David H. Laidley to its Board of Directors, effective December 15, 2008. This appointment increases the board to nine members, with eight designated as independent directors. Mr. Laidley, a former Chairman of Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) and currently a director of the Bank of Canada, brings extensive financial and business experience, particularly relevant to EMCOR's North American strategy, including its Canadian operations in the nuclear power, oil sands, and heavy industrial sectors. In connection with his election, Mr. Laidley was granted a stock option to purchase 10,000 shares of EMCOR's common stock at an exercise price of $20.54 per share, with an eight-year expiration. This filing also includes the option agreement and a press release detailing Mr. Laidley's background and the company's expectations for his contributions. Investors can view this as a move to strengthen board expertise, particularly in financial oversight and strategic guidance, as EMCOR navigates its business in the prevailing economic climate.

Key Highlights

  • 1David H. Laidley elected to EMCOR Group, Inc.'s Board of Directors, effective December 15, 2008.
  • 2Laidley's election expands the Board to nine members, with eight being independent directors.
  • 3Laidley brings significant financial and advisory experience, having been Chairman of Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada).
  • 4Laidley was granted a stock option to purchase 10,000 shares of EMCOR common stock at an exercise price of $20.54 per share, exercisable over eight years.
  • 5The company expects Laidley's expertise to contribute to its North American business strategy, especially in sectors like nuclear power and oil sands in Canada.
  • 6The filing includes the stock option agreement and a press release announcing the appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

David H. Laidley is a seasoned financial professional with extensive experience, including six years as Chairman of Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) and current directorships with the Bank of Canada. EMCOR Group, Inc. appointed him to the Board of Directors to leverage his distinguished business career, financial expertise, and strategic insights, particularly to aid in developing the company's North American business strategy, including its Canadian operations.

Upon his election to the Board, Mr. Laidley was granted a stock option to purchase 10,000 shares of EMCOR's common stock. The exercise price for these shares is $20.54 per share, which was the closing price on December 15, 2008. This option is exercisable for a period of eight years from the date of grant and is governed by the terms of the 2007 Incentive Plan.

Mr. Laidley's election increases EMCOR's Board of Directors to nine members. Notably, eight of these directors are considered independent, indicating a strong emphasis on independent oversight and governance within the company's leadership structure.

The stock option allows Mr. Laidley to purchase 10,000 shares of EMCOR common stock at $20.54 per share. The option is exercisable at any time or from time to time over an eight-year period from the date of grant (December 15, 2008). The agreement specifies various exercise methods, including cash, stock, or broker-assisted sales, and outlines provisions for transferability and adjustments in case of corporate events like stock splits or mergers.