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Medical/Dental Instruments
Management ChangeMay 20, 2026, 04:28 PM

Stryker Announces Chief Accounting Officer Retirement & Appointment

AI Summary

Stryker Corporation announced that William E. Berry, Jr. will retire from his role as Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, effective September 1, 2026. Emily Baculik, currently Vice President, Corporate Controller, will succeed him as Chief Accounting Officer on the same date. Mr. Berry will transition to an Advisor to the Chief Financial Officer role until August 15, 2027, maintaining his current base salary of $510,000. Ms. Baculik's compensation will include an increased annualized base salary of $420,000 and a bonus target of 45% of her base salary, along with a recommendation for future equity awards.

Key Highlights

  • William E. Berry, Jr. to retire as VP, Chief Accounting Officer effective September 1, 2026.
  • Emily Baculik appointed Chief Accounting Officer, effective September 1, 2026.
  • Mr. Berry will serve as Advisor to the CFO until August 15, 2027, with an annual base salary of $510,000.
  • Ms. Baculik's annualized base salary will increase to $420,000 effective September 1, 2026.
  • Ms. Baculik's bonus target will be 45% of her annual base salary.
  • Ms. Baculik is recommended for long-term incentive awards with an aggregate target value of approximately $400,000.