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THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Oct 1, 2004)

Filed October 1, 2004For Securities:TMO

Summary

This 8-K filing by Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) on October 1, 2004, announces a significant leadership change in its financial department. Peter M. Wilver has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), succeeding Theo Melas-Kyriazi, effective October 1, 2004. Mr. Melas-Kyriazi is leaving the company to pursue new entrepreneurial opportunities after an 18-year tenure with Thermo Electron Corporation. Mr. Wilver brings a wealth of financial experience to the CFO role, having served as Thermo's Vice President of Financial Operations since October 2000. His prior experience includes significant financial leadership positions at Honeywell International. The company expresses gratitude for Mr. Melas-Kyriazi's substantial contributions, particularly his role in the company's transformation, debt reduction, and financial strategy execution. Investors are provided with a press release detailing this transition and introducing the new CFO.

Key Highlights

  • 1Appointment of Peter M. Wilver as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 1, 2004.
  • 2Theo Melas-Kyriazi resigns as CFO to pursue entrepreneurial ventures after 18 years with the company.
  • 3Mr. Wilver previously served as Thermo's Vice President of Financial Operations since October 2000.
  • 4Mr. Wilver has prior financial leadership experience at Honeywell International.
  • 5The company expresses confidence in Mr. Wilver's financial acumen and leadership.
  • 6Gratitude extended to Mr. Melas-Kyriazi for his significant contributions to the company's financial strategy and transformation.
  • 7A press release dated June 3, 2004, announcing the CFO transition is included as an exhibit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Peter M. Wilver has been appointed as the new CFO, effective October 1, 2004.

Mr. Melas-Kyriazi is leaving to pursue new entrepreneurial opportunities. He will remain with the company for a transition period.

Mr. Wilver has been Thermo's Vice President of Financial Operations since October 2000 and previously held financial leadership roles at Honeywell International.

During his 18 years with Thermo Electron, Mr. Melas-Kyriazi was instrumental in the company's transformation, including debt reduction, financial strategy development, and representing the company to the financial community.