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CARTERS INC (CRI) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on May 1, 2026 reporting Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition), Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). CEO and President Douglas C. Palladini departed and resigned as director effective April 28, 2026.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- CEO and President Douglas C. Palladini departed and resigned as director effective April 28, 2026
- Palladini eligible for no-cause severance benefits and remains subject to non-competition and non-solicitation covenants
- CFO and COO Richard F. Westenberger appointed interim CEO and President during transition to Ms. John’s start date
- Westenberger receives $110,000 monthly stipend plus $300,000 quarterly restricted stock awards, subject to pro-rating
- Interim leadership continuity supported by Westenberger’s prior CEO experience from January 2025 to April 2025
Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1
- Sharon Price John appointed CEO and President effective June 15, 2026, adding children’s-brand and retail turnaround expertise
- Douglas C. Palladini departed immediately as CEO, President, and director, creating near-term leadership transition risk
- CFO and COO Richard F. Westenberger serving as interim CEO and President until June 15, 2026
- John joins after 13 years leading Build-A-Bear, including e-commerce, omnichannel, gifting, and profitability initiatives
- Carter’s reaffirmed first-quarter and full-year fiscal 2026 outlook, with results scheduled May 6, 2026
Other items in this filing:
- Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition
- Item 7.01: Regulation FD Disclosure
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