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TARGET CORP 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Mar 9, 2016)

Filed March 9, 2016For Securities:TGT

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from Target Corporation, dated March 9, 2016, primarily announces a change in the Board of Directors. The key event is the election of Monica C. Lozano as a new director, effective March 9, 2016. Ms. Lozano brings significant executive and publishing experience, having held leadership roles at ImpreMedia, LLC, including CEO and Chair, and serving as Publisher of La Opinión. In connection with her appointment, Ms. Lozano has been assigned to the Audit & Finance and Nominating & Governance Committees of the Board. Her compensation as a non-employee director will follow the company's standard policy, supplemented by a one-time grant of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) valued at $50,000. Investors should view this as a standard board refreshment event, with the company enhancing its governance through the addition of a director with a diverse background and relevant experience.

Key Highlights

  • 1Monica C. Lozano was elected as a new member of Target Corporation's Board of Directors on March 9, 2016.
  • 2Ms. Lozano has extensive experience in media and publishing, including CEO and Chair roles at ImpreMedia, LLC.
  • 3She has been appointed to serve on the Audit & Finance and Nominating & Governance Committees.
  • 4Ms. Lozano will receive standard director compensation, as well as a one-time RSU grant valued at $50,000.
  • 5The filing includes a news release as an exhibit detailing the board change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Monica C. Lozano is a newly elected director at Target Corporation. Her background includes significant leadership roles in the Hispanic media industry, such as CEO and Chair of ImpreMedia, LLC, and Publisher of La Opinión.

Ms. Lozano has been appointed to two key board committees: the Audit & Finance Committee and the Nominating & Governance Committee.

Ms. Lozano will receive the standard annual compensation provided to Target's non-employee directors, as outlined in the company's proxy statement. Additionally, she received a one-time grant of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) with a fair value of $50,000 at the time of the grant.

This filing primarily reports a change in board composition. While the addition of a new director with specific expertise can be beneficial, it does not appear to signal a major strategic shift for Target based on the information provided in this specific 8-K filing.