Summary
United Rentals, Inc. (URI) filed an 8-K report on May 4, 2012, detailing significant operational and investor relations activities. The primary event reported is the appointment of Matthew J. Flannery as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective April 30, 2012, following the company's merger with RSC Holdings Inc. Mr. Flannery's extensive experience within United Rentals, spanning nearly 14 years and various operational roles, positions him to lead the company's operations post-merger. Additionally, the filing announced United Rentals' participation in the Oppenheimer 7th Annual Industrials Conference on May 16, 2012. CEO Michael Kneeland and CFO William Plummer were scheduled to present, offering insights into the company's business, financial performance, and forward-looking strategies. This conference participation indicates the company's commitment to investor communication and transparency regarding its strategic direction and outlook, especially in the wake of the significant RSC Holdings acquisition.
Key Highlights
- 1Appointment of Matthew J. Flannery as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective April 30, 2012.
- 2Mr. Flannery's appointment follows the closing of the merger with RSC Holdings Inc.
- 3Mr. Flannery possesses extensive experience within United Rentals, having served in various operational and sales leadership roles since 1998.
- 4United Rentals to participate in the Oppenheimer 7th Annual Industrials Conference on May 16, 2012.
- 5CEO Michael Kneeland and CFO William Plummer scheduled to present at the conference.
- 6Presentations will cover company business, financial performance, and forward-looking information.
- 7Live webcast of the presentation will be available, with an archived version accessible for 30 days post-conference.