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Targa Resources Corp. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Mar 5, 2019)

Filed March 5, 2019For Securities:TRGP

Summary

Targa Resources Corp. (TRGP) announced a significant change in its accounting leadership via an 8-K filing on March 5, 2019. The most crucial development for investors is the appointment of Julie H. Boushka as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective March 4, 2019. Ms. Boushka brings extensive experience, having served in various senior accounting and financial roles within Targa Resources since late 2016, and prior to that, holding substantial positions at Columbia Pipeline Group and El Paso Corporation. Concurrently, John R. Klein has transitioned from his role as Chief Accounting Officer to a Senior Vice President position within the company. This leadership transition in accounting is a key event that investors should monitor for any potential shifts in financial reporting practices or strategy. The filing also notes that Targa Resources has an existing indemnification agreement with Ms. Boushka, which is standard practice for executive appointments.

Key Highlights

  • 1Julie H. Boushka appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective March 4, 2019.
  • 2John R. Klein has transitioned from Chief Accounting Officer to Senior Vice President.
  • 3Ms. Boushka has a strong internal track record within Targa Resources since 2016 and significant prior experience at Columbia Pipeline Group and El Paso Corporation.
  • 4The appointment reflects a change in the executive responsible for financial reporting and accounting compliance.
  • 5An indemnification agreement exists between Targa Resources and Ms. Boushka, filed as an exhibit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Julie H. Boushka has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of Targa Resources Corp. and Targa Resources GP LLC, effective March 4, 2019.

Ms. Boushka has served in various accounting roles within Targa Resources since November 2016, including Vice President – Controller. Prior to Targa, she held senior financial positions at Columbia Pipeline Group and spent approximately 18 years at El Paso Corporation.

John R. Klein has ceased to serve as Chief Accounting Officer and will instead serve as a Senior Vice President of the Company.

Yes, the company entered into an indemnification agreement with Ms. Boushka on February 22, 2017, which requires the Company to indemnify her against certain liabilities arising from her service.