What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce a significant change in Alcoa Inc.'s financial executive team, specifically the appointment of a new Corporate Controller and Vice President, Joseph R. Lucot, and the subsequent transition of the current Corporate Controller, Charles D. McLane, Jr., to the Chief Financial Officer role.

Who is Joseph R. Lucot and what is his new role?

Joseph R. Lucot, age 42, has been appointed as the Corporate Controller of Alcoa Inc. and has also been elected as a Vice President of the company. He will assume these responsibilities effective January 1, 2007.

How does this appointment affect the current Chief Financial Officer or potential CFO?

This appointment is part of a planned succession. Joseph R. Lucot will take over as Corporate Controller from Charles D. McLane, Jr., who will simultaneously step into the role of Chief Financial Officer, also effective January 1, 2007. This indicates a planned transition in senior financial leadership.

Where can I find more information about Joseph R. Lucot?

More information about Joseph R. Lucot, including required biographical details, can be found in Alcoa Inc.'s press release dated November 15, 2006, which is attached as Exhibit 99 to this 8-K filing.

HWM 8-K: Leadership Changes

Summary

This 8-K filing by Alcoa Inc. (now Howmet Aerospace Inc.) announces a key executive change in its financial reporting structure. Effective January 1, 2007, Joseph R. Lucot, age 42, will assume the role of Corporate Controller and has been elected as a Vice President of Alcoa. This appointment is part of a planned succession, with Mr. Lucot succeeding Charles D. McLane, Jr. Mr. McLane is slated to become Alcoa's Chief Financial Officer on the same effective date. The filing incorporates by reference a press release dated November 15, 2006, which provides further details on Mr. Lucot's election and other executive appointments. Investors should note these changes as they indicate a transition in financial leadership within the company.

Key Highlights

1Joseph R. Lucot appointed Corporate Controller of Alcoa Inc., effective January 1, 2007.
2Joseph R. Lucot also elected as a Vice President of Alcoa Inc.
3Lucot succeeds Charles D. McLane, Jr. in the Corporate Controller role.
4Charles D. McLane, Jr. will transition to Chief Financial Officer effective January 1, 2007.
5The filing includes Alcoa's press release dated November 15, 2006, as an exhibit.
6The press release contains biographical information for Mr. Lucot.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Nov 16, 2006)

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