01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed January 28, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
MPLX LP (MPLX) announced a key executive change within its finance department through an 8-K filing on January 27, 2025, effective March 3, 2025.
Rebecca L. Iten has been appointed as the new Vice President and Controller, and will also serve as the Registrant's principal accounting officer. This appointment comes as the current Vice President and Controller, Kelly D.
Wright, departs MPLX to take on a new role as Vice President Audit at Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC). Ms. Iten brings a decade of experience within MPLX, having previously held roles in corporate accounting and reporting, financial analysis, and as an advanced analyst. Her most recent position was Assistant Controller, Operations Accounting at MPC.
Investors should note that MPLX contracts with MPC for operational personnel, and Ms. Iten will continue to be compensated by MPC, participating in its standard bonus and long-term incentive programs, as well as other employee benefits. This transition appears to be an internal reshuffling designed to maintain continuity and leverage existing talent within the broader MPC structure.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Rebecca L. Iten appointed as Vice President and Controller, effective March 3, 2025.
- Ms. Iten will also assume the role of MPLX's principal accounting officer.
- Current Vice President and Controller, Kelly D. Wright, is transitioning to a role at Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC).
- Ms. Iten has extensive prior experience with MPLX in accounting and reporting roles.
- MPLX personnel are employed by and compensated through MPC; Ms. Iten will continue to be compensated by MPC.
- Ms. Iten's compensation will align with MPC's established bonus and long-term incentive programs.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the new Vice President and Controller for MPLX?
Rebecca L. Iten has been appointed as the new Vice President and Controller for MPLX, effective March 3, 2025.
What is the significance of the Principal Accounting Officer role?
Ms. Iten will also serve as MPLX's principal accounting officer, a key role responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations and financial reporting.
Where is the previous Vice President and Controller, Kelly D. Wright, going?
Kelly D. Wright will be moving to Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) to take on the role of Vice President Audit.
How will Rebecca L. Iten be compensated, and who employs her?
Ms. Iten will continue to be employed by and compensated through Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC). She will participate in MPC's annual cash bonus and long-term incentive programs, as well as other standard MPC benefit plans.
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