8-KLeadership Changes

CORNING INC /NY 8-K Report, Executive Changes (May 3, 2006)

Filed May 3, 2006For Securities:GLW

Summary

This SEC Form 8-K filing from Corning Incorporated (GLW) on May 3, 2006, primarily reports on a change in the principal accounting officer. The Board of Directors re-elected Jane D. Poulin as Chief Accounting Officer and Division Vice President. Her appointment as the principal accounting officer for SEC filings, effective May 10, 2006, was confirmed, succeeding Katherine A. Asbeck for this role for the 2006 fiscal year and beyond. This transition ensures continuity and compliance with SEC reporting requirements. The filing also provides background on Ms. Poulin, highlighting her prior experience at the SEC and in public accounting. This appointment is significant for investors as it pertains to the oversight and integrity of the company's financial reporting.

Key Highlights

  • 1Jane D. Poulin re-elected as Chief Accounting Officer and Division Vice President.
  • 2Jane D. Poulin confirmed as Principal Accounting Officer effective May 10, 2006.
  • 3Katherine A. Asbeck was the principal accounting officer for SEC filings through the 2005 fiscal year.
  • 4Ms. Poulin joined Corning in September 2005 as Division Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer.
  • 5Ms. Poulin has prior experience as an Associate Chief Accountant at the SEC.
  • 6Ms. Poulin also has experience from Ernst & Young LLP and a privately-held manufacturer.
  • 7No material related party transactions were reported for Ms. Poulin.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report a change in Corning's principal accounting officer. Jane D. Poulin has been appointed to this role, effective May 10, 2006.

Jane D. Poulin is the newly confirmed Principal Accounting Officer and also serves as Chief Accounting Officer and Division Vice President. She joined Corning in September 2005 and previously held positions at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and Ernst & Young LLP.

The Principal Accounting Officer is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting and financial reporting. A change in this role is important for investors as it relates to the accuracy and integrity of the financial information reported by the company.

Katherine A. Asbeck, Senior Vice President - Finance, was the Principal Accounting Officer for SEC filings through the submission of Corning's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2005.