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Brown–Forman (BF.B) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on July 13, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). CEO Lawson Whiting retiring after nearly 30 years of service.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- CEO Lawson Whiting retiring after nearly 30 years of service
- Departure effective upon appointment of successor, limiting immediate transition risk
- Board-led CEO search underway, creating succession uncertainty until appointment
- Leadership change may affect Brown-Forman’s strategy and capital allocation direction
Other items in this filing:
- Item 7.01: Regulation FD Disclosure
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