01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed August 7, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) filed a Current Report on Form 8-K on August 7, 2025, under Item 5.02 (Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers).
The filing announces the appointment of Marc Birenkrant as Controller & Chief Accounting Officer, effective August 10, 2025. He succeeds Beril Yildiz, who has served as SVP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer since 2022 and will leave the Company as of December 31, 2025, after ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities. Mr. Birenkrant has more than 30 years of experience in finance and accounting and has been employed by IFF since 2008, where he held roles including Vice President, Assistant Controller, and Finance Director.
Before joining IFF, he was Director of Accounting at The Wendy's Company from 1996 to 2008. He began his career as an auditor at Ernst & Young LLP from 1994 to 1996. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.
The filing also states that Ms. Yildiz's departure constitutes a qualifying event under the Company's executive severance policy. The filing does not disclose any financial results or compensation amounts related to these changes.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Marc Birenkrant appointed Controller & Chief Accounting Officer, effective August 10, 2025
- Beril Yildiz, SVP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer since 2022, leaves IFF as of December 31, 2025
- Ms. Yildiz will ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities before her departure
- Mr. Birenkrant has over 30 years of finance and accounting experience and has been with IFF since 2008
- Prior roles at IFF include Vice President, Assistant Controller, and Finance Director; previously Director of Accounting at The Wendy's Company (1996-2008)
- Ms. Yildiz's departure is a qualifying event under the Company's executive severance policy
- Mr. Birenkrant is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York with a B.S. in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is replacing the current Chief Accounting Officer at IFF?
Marc Birenkrant has been appointed Controller & Chief Accounting Officer, effective August 10, 2025, replacing Beril Yildiz.
When will Beril Yildiz leave IFF?
Ms. Yildiz will leave the Company as of December 31, 2025, and will ensure a smooth transition of her responsibilities before departing.
What is Marc Birenkrant's background?
Mr. Birenkrant has over 30 years of finance and accounting experience, has been employed by IFF since 2008 in roles including Vice President, Assistant Controller, and Finance Director, and previously served as Director of Accounting at The Wendy's Company from 1996 to 2008. He began his career as an auditor at Ernst & Young LLP from 1994 to 1996.
Does Ms. Yildiz's departure trigger any severance benefits?
The filing states that her departure constitutes a qualifying event for purposes of the Company's executive severance policy. The filing does not provide specific severance amounts.
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