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Truist Financial (TFC) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on June 8, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). Catherine P. Bessant appointed Truist director and Truist Bank board member effective June 5, 2026.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Catherine P. Bessant appointed Truist director and Truist Bank board member effective June 5, 2026
- Joint Risk Committee assignment adds her expertise to board-level risk oversight
- Standard director compensation: $110,000 annual cash retainer and $200,000 restricted-stock-unit grant
- 2026 compensation prorated for days served, with equity vesting at year-end
Item 7.01 · Regulation FD Disclosure
- Truist announced Ms. Bessant’s appointment, with details contained in June 8, 2026 Exhibit 99.1
- Leadership appointment creates potential implications for strategy, execution, and investor confidence
- Release furnished under Regulation FD, limiting direct Exchange Act Section 18 liability
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