Standard Motor Products CFO Iles to resign October 30
James J. Burke previously served as CFO from 1999 to September 2019 and as chief operating officer from January 2019 to June 2026.
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Form Type
8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) said Chief Financial Officer Nathan R. Iles will resign effective October 30, 2026, to accept the CFO position at another public company and relocate closer to his family. The company said his decision was not related to a disagreement with the company.
The board appointed director James J. Burke as interim CFO effective October 30, 2026, until a permanent successor is appointed; he will remain on the board. SMP has begun an executive search. Burke will receive an annual base salary and a pro-rata annual cash incentive award for 2026, with no additional equity incentive awards connected to the appointment. SMP is scheduled to report earnings for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026, before the market opens on October 30.
8-K Event Classification
Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits
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Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
CFO resignation effective date: October 30, 2026
Interim CFO appointment effective date: October 30, 2026
Earnings report date: October 30, 2026
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CFO resignation effective date
October 30, 2026
Nathan R. Iles' resignation as Chief Financial Officer
Interim CFO appointment effective date
October 30, 2026
James J. Burke's appointment as Interim Chief Financial Officer
Earnings report date
October 30, 2026
Earnings for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026, scheduled before the market opens
Director service began
December 2022
James J. Burke has served as a company director since this date
Prior CFO service
1999 to September 2019
James J. Burke previously served as Chief Financial Officer
Key Terms
pro-rata annual cash incentive award, forward-looking statements, safe harbor provisions
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pro-rata annual cash incentive award financial
"a pro-rata annual cash incentive award for 2026"
forward-looking statements regulatory
"any forward-looking statements made by the company"
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safe harbor provisions regulatory
"Under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
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When does James J. Burke become interim CFO of SMP?
James J. Burke is scheduled to become SMP's interim CFO effective October 30, 2026, and will serve until a permanent successor is appointed. He will remain a member of the board.
What compensation will James J. Burke receive as SMP interim CFO?
James J. Burke will receive an annual base salary and a pro-rata annual cash incentive award for 2026. He will not receive additional equity incentive awards in connection with the appointment.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 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, 2026
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Item 5.02(b), (c) Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
Departure of Chief Financial Officer
On October 7, 2026 , Nathan R. Iles, Chief Financial Officer, informed Standard Motor Products, Inc. (the “Company”) of his intention to resign as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective October 30, 2026, to accept the chief financial officer position of another public company and relocate closer to his family. Mr. Iles’ decision to resign was not due to any disagreement with the Company or on any matter relating to its financial statements, internal controls, operations, policies or practices.
Chief Financial Officer Succession
The Company has initiated an executive search process to identify its next Chief Financial Officer. To maintain operational continuity, the Company also announced the Board of Directors (the “Board”) appointed Mr. James J. Burke to serve as the Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective as of October 30, 2026, until a permanent successor is appointed. Mr. Burke will continue to serve as a member of the Board.
Mr. Burke, age 70, has served as a Director of the Company since December 2022 and has previously served as our Chief Operating Officer from January 2019 to June 2026, Chief Financial Officer from 1999 to September 2019, our Executive Vice President Finance from 2016 to January 2019, as well as our Vice President Finance, Director of Finance, Chief Accounting Officer, and Corporate Controller. Mr. Burke has completed an Executive Education program at Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, and holds an MBA from University of New Haven and a BBA from Pace University.
In connection with his appointment as Interim Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Burke will receive an annual base salary and a pro-rata annual cash incentive award for 2026, as described in the section entitled “Executive Compensation and Related Information” in the Company’s most recent Revised Definitive Proxy Statement on Form DEFR14A filed with the Securities Exchange Commission on April 30, 2026. Mr. Burke will not receive any additional equity incentive awards in connection with his appointment.
There are no transactions that are required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K in connection with Mr. Burke’s appointment as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company, and there are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Burke and any other person pursuant to which he was selected as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company. Mr. Burke does not have a family relationship with any director or executive officer of the Company, or any person nominated or chosen by the Company to become a director or executive officer.
On October 9, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing the changes described above. A copy of such press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto.
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Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)Exhibits.
| 99.1 | Press release dated October 9, 2026. | ||||
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SIGNATURE
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.
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, INC. | |||||||||||
| By: | /s/ Eric Sills | ||||||||||
| Eric Sills | |||||||||||
| Chief Executive Officer | |||||||||||
Date: October 9, 2026
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Exhibit Index
| Exhibit No. | Description | |||||||
99.1 | Press release dated October 9, 2026. | |||||||
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Exhibit 99.1
For Immediate Release For more information, contact:
Anthony (Tony) Cristello
Standard Motor Products, Inc.
(972) 316-8107
investors@smpcorp.com
Standard Motor Products, Inc. Announces
Chief Financial Officer Transition and Third Quarter 2026
Earning Conference Call
New York, NY, October 9, 2026......Standard Motor Products, Inc. (NYSE: SMP), a leading automotive parts manufacturer and distributor, announced today that Nathan R. Iles, Chief Financial Officer, has informed the Company of his decision to resign from his position to accept the chief financial officer position of another public company and relocate closer to his family. Mr. Iles will remain in his current role until October 30, 2026. To maintain operational continuity, the Board has appointed James J. Burke to serve as the Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective October 30, 2026, until a permanent successor is appointed. Mr. Burke will continue to serve as a member of the Board of Directors.
Eric Sills, Standard Motor Products’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “While we are sorry to see Nathan leave SMP, we respect his decision and support him as he pursues the next stage of his career and his desire to live closer to his family. During his tenure, Nathan has played an important role in strengthening our financial organization, supporting our strategic growth initiatives, maintaining a disciplined approach to capital allocation, and enhancing our capabilities
as a public company. On behalf of our Board of Directors, management team, and employees, I want to thank him for his dedication, leadership, and many contributions to SMP and wish him continued success. The Company has initiated an executive search process to identify a successor and expects an orderly transition.”
Mr. Iles commented: “It has been a privilege to serve as Chief Financial Officer of SMP and to work alongside such an exceptional team. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and am deeply appreciative of the support and partnership I have received throughout my time with the Company. SMP has a talented leadership team, a strong financial foundation, and a compelling long-term strategy, and I am confident the Company is well-positioned for continued success.”
Mr. Sills added: “Jim was the Company’s previous Chief Financial Officer, serving in that role from 1999 through 2019 when he was promoted to Chief Operating Officer, a position he held until June of this year when he transitioned into an executive advisor role. Jim has been integrally involved with the Company’s corporate strategy, executive management, operations, and building investor relations, which will allow for a seamless transition as he steps back into the role as CFO. Jim will lead a strong and experienced finance organization. This transition does not alter our strategic priorities, and we remain focused on executing our growth initiatives, serving our customers, and creating long-term value for our shareholders.”
The Company confirms that Mr. Iles’ decision to resign was voluntary and was not the result of any disagreement with the Company regarding its operations, financial reporting, policies, or practices.
In addition, the Company is scheduled to report its earnings for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026, before the market opens on October 30, 2026. Details for the call and webcast will be provided at a future date.
Under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995,
Standard Motor Products cautions investors that any forward-looking statements made by the
company, including those that may be made in this press release, are based on management’s
expectations at the time they are made, but they are subject to risks and uncertainties that may
cause actual results, events or performance to differ materially from those contemplated by such
forward looking statements. Among the factors that could cause actual results, events or
performance to differ materially from those risks and uncertainties discussed in this press
release are those detailed from time-to-time in prior press releases and in the company’s filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the company’s annual report on Form
10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. By making these forward-looking statements,
Standard Motor Products undertakes no obligation or intention to update these statements after
the date of this release.