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A. O. Smith (AOS) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on May 19, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). Carrie Anderson appointed EVP and CFO effective July 1, 2026, replacing retiring Charles T. Lauber.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Carrie Anderson appointed EVP and CFO effective July 1, 2026, replacing retiring Charles T. Lauber
- Lauber remains temporarily employed after July 1 to support transition, reducing near-term succession risk
- Anderson brings CFO experience from Campbell’s, Integra LifeSciences, Dover, and Delphi
- $1,500,000 restricted stock unit award, vesting three years after grant, plus salary-based relocation allowance
- Standard executive compensation includes annual bonus, equity awards, benefits, and severance-plan eligibility
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