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STRYKER CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (May 20, 2026)

Filed May 20, 2026For Securities:SYK

Summary

Stryker Corporation (SYK) announced a leadership transition in its accounting department, with Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer William E. Berry, Jr. retiring effective September 1, 2026. Emily Baculik, currently Vice President, Corporate Controller, will assume the role of Chief Accounting Officer starting the same date. This transition involves a planned advisory period for Mr. Berry and a compensation adjustment for Ms. Baculik as she steps into her new role. Investors should note the smooth handover facilitated by Mr. Berry's advisory role and the clear succession plan. Ms. Baculik brings extensive experience from various finance and accounting leadership positions within Stryker and other publicly traded companies. The filing details the terms of Mr. Berry's transition agreement, including continued salary and bonus eligibility, and Ms. Baculik's new compensation structure, which includes a base salary increase and potential long-term incentive awards.

Key Highlights

  • 1William E. Berry, Jr., VP and Chief Accounting Officer, to retire effective September 1, 2026.
  • 2Emily Baculik, VP, Corporate Controller, appointed as Chief Accounting Officer effective September 1, 2026.
  • 3Mr. Berry will serve as an Advisor to the CFO from September 1, 2026, to August 15, 2027.
  • 4Mr. Berry to continue receiving his current base salary ($510,000) and 2026 incentive bonus during his advisory period.
  • 5Ms. Baculik's annualized base salary to increase to $420,000 effective September 1, 2026.
  • 6Ms. Baculik's bonus target will be 45% of her annual base salary.
  • 7Ms. Baculik is recommended for long-term incentive awards in February 2027 with a target value of approximately $400,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing announces a change in executive leadership within Stryker's accounting department. Specifically, it details the retirement of William E. Berry, Jr., the Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, and the appointment of Emily Baculik as his successor.

Following his retirement as Chief Accounting Officer, Mr. Berry will continue to be employed by Stryker as an Advisor to the Chief Financial Officer from September 1, 2026, until August 15, 2027. During this advisory period, he will continue to receive his current base salary and remain eligible for his 2026 incentive bonus.

Effective September 1, 2026, Emily Baculik's annualized base salary will increase to $420,000. Her bonus target will be 45% of her annual base salary. Additionally, there is a recommendation for her to receive long-term incentive awards in February 2027 with an approximate target value of $400,000, consisting of stock options and restricted stock units.

Based on the filing, there are no indications that Ms. Baculik is a party to any transaction requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. She is not involved in any arrangements or understandings related to her selection other than standard executive appointments, and there are no disclosed family relationships with other directors or executive officers.