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Diversified Energy Co (DEC) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 10, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). David Johnson resigned immediately as Board Chairman and from Sustainability and Safety and Compensation Committees.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- David Johnson resigned immediately as Board Chairman and from Sustainability and Safety and Compensation Committees
- Resignation unrelated to disagreements over operations, policies, or practices
- Board reduced from six to five directors, eliminating one board seat
- Leadership transition may affect governance oversight and committee responsibilities
Item 7.01 · Regulation FD Disclosure
- CEO Robert R. “Rusty” Hutson, Jr. appointed Chairman, concentrating executive and board leadership
- Mr. Johnson’s resignation creates a board-level transition requiring investor attention
- Press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1, providing further details on governance changes
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