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WILLIAMS COMPANIES, INC. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Jul 18, 2005)

Filed July 18, 2005For Securities:WMB

Summary

This Form 8-K filing from The Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB) on July 18, 2005, primarily details a significant change in its senior accounting leadership. The company announced the appointment of Ted T. Timmermans as Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer, effective July 15, 2005. Mr. Timmermans brings extensive experience within Williams, having held various finance roles since 1978, including significant responsibilities in SEC financial reporting. Concurrently, Gary R. Belitz, who previously held the Chief Accounting Officer title, will transition to a new role as Vice President, Finance & Accounting for the company's Exploration and Production business, effective August 5, 2005. These executive changes, as detailed in an attached press release, are important for investors to note as they signal shifts in financial oversight and leadership within key operational segments of the company.

Key Highlights

  • 1Ted T. Timmermans appointed as Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer.
  • 2Mr. Timmermans has a long tenure with Williams Companies, Inc., dating back to 1978.
  • 3Gary R. Belitz is transitioning from Chief Accounting Officer to VP, Finance & Accounting for the Exploration and Production business.
  • 4Belitz's transition is effective August 5, 2005.
  • 5The company attached a press release detailing these organizational changes as Exhibit 99.1.
  • 6This filing does not include any new financial statements or other financial data.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to announce changes in The Williams Companies, Inc.'s senior accounting and finance leadership, specifically the appointment of a new Chief Accounting Officer and the reassignment of the former Chief Accounting Officer.

Ted T. Timmermans has been appointed as the new Vice President, Corporate Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer. He has been with Williams Companies since 1978 and has held various finance positions, including significant experience in SEC financial reporting.

Gary R. Belitz is moving from his role as Vice President, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer to a new position as Vice President, Finance & Accounting for Williams’ Exploration and Production business, effective August 5, 2005.

No, this Form 8-K filing does not contain any new financial statements, exhibits related to financial performance, or other financial data. It solely reports on executive leadership changes.