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ALTRIA GROUP, INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Nov 3, 2010)

Filed November 3, 2010For Securities:MO

Summary

Altria Group, Inc. (MO) filed an 8-K report on November 3, 2010, primarily announcing a change in its Board of Directors. Robert E. R. Huntley has decided to retire from the Board and will not seek re-election at the 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. This announcement is accompanied by a press release, filed as an exhibit, which likely provides further details regarding Mr. Huntley's departure and potentially any succession plans or acknowledgments of his service. For investors, this filing signifies a transition in board composition. While the departure of a single director may not represent a significant shift in strategy, it's an event that warrants attention for its implications on corporate governance and board continuity. Investors should review the accompanying press release for any additional context or commentary from the company regarding this change.

Key Highlights

  • 1Robert E. R. Huntley to retire from Altria Group's Board of Directors.
  • 2Mr. Huntley will not stand for re-election at the 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
  • 3The departure is effective following the completion of his current term.
  • 4The company issued a press release dated November 3, 2010, to announce this event.
  • 5The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to the Form 8-K filing.
  • 6This filing falls under Item 5.02 of Form 8-K, concerning director and officer departures/elections.
  • 7The filing date is November 3, 2010, with the earliest event reported also on November 3, 2010.

Frequently Asked Questions

Robert E. R. Huntley is a member of the Board of Directors of Altria Group, Inc. He has decided to retire from this position.

Mr. Huntley's departure will be effective after he completes his current term on the Board. He will not be standing for re-election at the 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

This filing informs investors about a change in board composition. While it concerns a single director's retirement, it's a standard disclosure for corporate governance events. Investors may want to review the accompanying press release for any additional commentary or implications regarding board leadership and continuity.

No, this specific 8-K filing does not discuss financial statements or direct financial implications. It solely reports on the departure of a director from the Board.