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W. W. Grainger (GWW) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 3, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). CFO Deidra Merriwether resigns September 4, 2026 to pursue another opportunity.
W. W. Grainger 8-K event analysis
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- CFO Deidra Merriwether resigns September 4, 2026 to pursue another opportunity
- Resignation unrelated to operations, financial statements, internal controls, policies, practices, or auditors
- Controller Laurie Thomson becomes interim CFO September 5, 2026 while company searches for a permanent replacement
- Thomson’s base salary increases from $455,271 to $500,000
- Thomson receives approximately $750,000 restricted-stock award vesting October 1, 2027, 2028, and 2029
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