Ami Badani joins Corning (NYSE: GLW) board, takes committee roles

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Corning Incorporated filed a report describing a change in its board of directors. On October 7, 2025, the Board elected Ami Badani as a director, effective immediately, and appointed her to the Information Technology Committee and the Finance Committee.

Her compensation will follow the standard package for non-employee directors described in Corning’s March 21, 2025 proxy statement. The Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee recommended her, and the Board determined she is independent under New York Stock Exchange standards. Corning issued a press release on October 8, 2025 announcing her appointment.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: (Date of earliest event reported) October 7, 2025

CORNING INCORPORATED

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

New York
‎(State or other jurisdiction ‎of incorporation) 1-3247
‎(Commission ‎File Number) 16-0393470
‎(I.R.S. Employer ‎Identification No.)

One Riverfront Plaza, Corning, New York
‎(Address of principal executive offices) 14831
‎(Zip Code)

(607) 974-9000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.50 par value per share		GLW		New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
3.875% Notes due 2026		—		New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
4.125% Notes due 2031		—		New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 ((§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐	Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On October 7, 2025, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Corning Incorporated (the “Company”) elected Ms. Ami Badani as a director of the Company, effective immediately, and appointed her to the Information Technology Committee and the Finance Committee.

Ms. Badani’s compensation will be consistent with that provided to all non-employee directors in accordance with the Company’s non-employee director compensation practices described in “Proposal 1 - Election of Directors - Director Compensation” of the Company’s Proxy Statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 21, 2025.

The Company’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee had recommended and nominated Ms. Badani as a director candidate. There is no arrangement or understanding pursuant to which Ms. Badani was appointed to the Board. There are no family relationships between Ms. Badani and any director or executive officer of the Company, and Ms. Badani has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K. The Board determined that Ms. Badani qualifies as “independent” in accordance with the New York Stock Exchange’s listing standards.

The press release issued by Corning on October 8, 2025 announcing the appointment of Ms. Badani to the Board is attached as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated by reference herein.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

The following exhibit is filed as part of this Report:

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press Release dated October 8, 2025
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	CORNING INCORPORATED
	By:	/s/ Melissa J. Gambol
	Name:	Melissa J. Gambol
	Title:	Vice President and Corporate Secretary

Date: October 8, 2025

FAQ

What did Corning (GLW) disclose in this 8-K filing?

Corning reported the election of Ami Badani as a new director. She joined the Board effective October 7, 2025 and was appointed to the Information Technology and Finance Committees, with compensation aligned to existing non-employee director practices from the March 21, 2025 proxy statement.

Who is Ami Badani in relation to Corning (GLW)?

Ami Badani is a newly elected director of Corning Incorporated. The Board appointed her effective October 7, 2025, based on a recommendation from the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, and deemed her independent under New York Stock Exchange listing standards.

What board committees will Ami Badani serve on at Corning (GLW)?

Ami Badani will serve on Corning’s Information Technology and Finance Committees. These assignments were made by the Board when she was elected as a director on October 7, 2025, expanding her role beyond general board responsibilities into oversight of technology and financial matters.

How will Ami Badani be compensated as a Corning (GLW) director?

Her compensation will match Corning’s standard non-employee director package. The filing states it will follow the practices described under “Proposal 1 - Election of Directors - Director Compensation” in Corning’s proxy statement filed on March 21, 2025 with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Is Ami Badani considered an independent director at Corning (GLW)?

Yes, Corning’s Board determined that Ami Badani is independent. The filing notes she meets the independence requirements of the New York Stock Exchange listing standards, and it also confirms she has no disclosable related-party transactions under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

Are there any family or related-party ties between Ami Badani and Corning (GLW)?

The filing states there are no such relationships or material interests. There are no family relationships between Ms. Badani and any Corning director or executive officer, and she has no material interest in transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.