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Rockwell Automation (ROK) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on April 17, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). Board expanded from 10 to 11 directors effective April 16, 2026.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Board expanded from 10 to 11 directors effective April 16, 2026
- David A. Zapico elected director through the 2027 Annual Meeting
- Zapico joins Compensation and Talent Management and Governance committees
- New director receives $92,055 in common-stock compensation under the 2026 incentive plan
- No disclosed related-party transactions or selection arrangements involving Zapico
Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1
- David A. Zapico elected director effective April 16, 2026, expanding Rockwell’s industrial leadership expertise
- AMETEK CEO and chairman brings 36 years of industrial technology, acquisitions, and operational experience
- Board addition may strengthen oversight of margin expansion and disciplined capital deployment
- Zapico’s appointment adds peer-company perspective from leading AMETEK since 2016
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