Who is Linda R. Gooden and what is her role at Home Depot?

Ms. Linda R. Gooden has been elected as a new independent director to the Board of Directors of The Home Depot, Inc. She will also serve on the Audit Committee and the Leadership Development and Compensation Committee.

What is the significance of Ms. Gooden being an 'independent' director?

Ms. Gooden has been determined to be 'independent' under the Corporate Governance Standards of the New York Stock Exchange and Home Depot's own Corporate Governance Guidelines. This means she is not an employee and has no material relationship with the company, which is a key principle for effective board oversight and governance.

How will Ms. Gooden be compensated for her role?

Ms. Gooden will participate in the standard compensation arrangements for non-employee directors, as detailed in Home Depot's 2015 proxy statement filed on April 6, 2015.

Are there any financial statements included with this filing?

No, this 8-K filing does not include any new financial statements. It primarily announces the appointment of a new director and includes the press release related to this appointment as an exhibit.

HD 8-K: Leadership Changes

Summary

This 8-K filing announces a significant change in Home Depot's Board of Directors. The company has elected Ms. Linda R. Gooden as a new independent director, effective October 5, 2015. Ms. Gooden's appointment is based on the recommendation of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, highlighting the board's focus on strategic oversight and governance. Her addition is expected to bring valuable expertise to the company's leadership.

Key Highlights

1The Home Depot, Inc. has appointed Ms. Linda R. Gooden as a new director to its Board.
2Ms. Gooden has been appointed to serve on both the Audit Committee and the Leadership Development and Compensation Committee.
3The Board has determined that Ms. Gooden meets the criteria for independence under NYSE Corporate Governance Standards and the Company's own guidelines.
4Ms. Gooden's appointment is effective October 5, 2015.
5She will receive standard compensation for non-employee directors, as outlined in the company's 2015 proxy statement.
6A press release announcing this appointment is included as an exhibit to this filing.

HOME DEPOT, INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Oct 5, 2015)

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