8-KLeadership Changes

MICRON TECHNOLOGY INC 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Nov 14, 2018)

Filed November 14, 2018For Securities:MU

Summary

This 8-K filing from Micron Technology Inc. primarily announces the retirement of Steven L. Thorsen. While the details are limited to this specific event, it indicates the formalization of his departure and related severance arrangements. Of particular note for investors is the provision concerning Mr. Thorsen's equity awards. The waiver executed ensures that equity grants made on October 24, 2017, will receive vesting credit during his one-year severance period. This is a standard practice to retain value for departing executives and ensures continuity in compensation arrangements.

Key Highlights

  • 1Steven L. Thorsen has retired from Micron Technology Inc.
  • 2The retirement was formalized through executed documents, including a waiver.
  • 3A waiver was executed on November 13, 2018, relating to Mr. Thorsen's retirement.
  • 4Equity awards granted to Mr. Thorsen on October 24, 2017, are eligible for vesting credit during his severance period.
  • 5The severance period is for one year following his retirement.
  • 6This filing pertains specifically to executive departure and related compensation arrangements.

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