AT&T adds Kelly Grier, as Scott Ford retires

AT&T Inc. reported board changes, with the Board of Directors electing Kelly J. Grier as a Director effective September 1, 2025.

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AT&T Inc. reported board changes, with the Board of Directors electing Kelly J. Grier as a Director effective September 1, 2025. She will serve on the Corporate Development and Finance and Human Resources Committees and receive the standard compensation for non-employee Directors described in AT&T’s 2025 Proxy Statement.

The Board determined that Ms. Grier is independent under New York Stock Exchange standards. On the same date, Scott T. Ford notified AT&T of his plan to retire as a Director, also effective September 1, 2025, marking a routine refresh of the company’s board.

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, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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What board change did AT&T Inc. (TBC) disclose in this 8-K filing?

AT&T Inc. disclosed that its Board of Directors elected Kelly J. Grier as a Director, effective September 1, 2025. She joins the Corporate Development and Finance and Human Resources Committees, reflecting a planned refresh of board membership and committee composition at the company.

When does Kelly J. Grier’s appointment to AT&T Inc.’s board become effective?

Kelly J. Grier’s appointment as a Director of AT&T Inc. becomes effective on September 1, 2025. From that date, she will also serve on the Corporate Development and Finance and Human Resources Committees as part of the company’s established governance structure for non-employee Directors.

Is Kelly J. Grier considered an independent Director at AT&T Inc. (TBC)?

Yes, the Board of Directors determined that Kelly J. Grier is independent under New York Stock Exchange independence standards. This classification means she meets the exchange’s criteria for independence, supporting robust corporate governance and oversight within AT&T Inc.’s board structure and committees.

Which AT&T Inc. board committees will Kelly J. Grier serve on?

Kelly J. Grier will serve on AT&T Inc.’s Corporate Development and Finance Committee and its Human Resources Committee. These assignments place her directly in oversight roles related to strategic development, financial matters, and compensation and personnel policies for the company’s leadership and broader workforce.

What did AT&T Inc. announce about Director Scott T. Ford in this 8-K?

AT&T Inc. announced that Director Scott T. Ford notified the company of his plan to retire from the Board, effective September 1, 2025. His retirement coincides with Kelly J. Grier’s election, signaling a planned transition in the company’s board composition and oversight responsibilities.

How will Kelly J. Grier be compensated as an AT&T Inc. non-employee Director?

Kelly J. Grier will participate in AT&T Inc.’s compensation program for non-employee Directors, as described beginning on page 17 of the company’s 2025 Proxy Statement. This program generally outlines cash retainers, equity awards, and other standard elements of board compensation for outside Directors.

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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) August 15, 2025

AT&T INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Delaware		001-08610		43-1301883
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)
208 S. Akard St., Dallas, Texas				75202
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (210) 821-4105

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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 (see General Instruction A.2. below):

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ 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))

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 Shares (Par Value $1.00 Per Share)		T		New York Stock Exchange
				NYSE Texas
Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of 5.000% Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A		T PRA		New York Stock Exchange
Depositary Shares, each representing a 1/1000th interest in a share of 4.750% Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series C		T PRC		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.550% Global Notes due November 18, 2025		T 25B		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.500% Global Notes due December 17, 2025		T 25		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 0.250% Global Notes due March 4, 2026		T 26E		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 1.800% Global Notes due September 5, 2026		T 26D		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.900% Global Notes due December 4, 2026		T 26A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 1.600% Global Notes due May 19, 2028		T 28C		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.350% Global Notes due September 5, 2029		T 29D		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.375% Global Notes due September 14, 2029		T 29B		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.600% Global Notes due December 17, 2029		T 29A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 0.800% Global Notes due March 4, 2030		T 30B		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.150% Global Notes due June 1, 2030		T 30C		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.950% Global Notes due April 30, 2031		T 31F		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.050% Global Notes due May 19, 2032		T 32A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.550% Global Notes due December 17, 2032		T 32		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.600% Global Notes due June 1, 2033		T 33A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 5.200% Global Notes due November 18, 2033		T 33		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.375% Global Notes due March 15, 2034		T 34		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.300% Global Notes due November 18, 2034		T 34C		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.450% Global Notes due March 15, 2035		T 35		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.150% Global Notes due September 4, 2036		T 36A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.050% Global Notes due June 1, 2037		T 37B		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 2.600% Global Notes due May 19, 2038		T 38C		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 1.800% Global Notes due September 14, 2039		T 39B		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 7.000% Global Notes due April 30, 2040		T 40		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.250% Global Notes due June 1, 2043		T 43		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.875% Global Notes due June 1, 2044		T 44		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.000% Global Notes due June 1, 2049		T 49A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 4.250% Global Notes due March 1, 2050		T 50		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 3.750% Global Notes due September 1, 2050		T 50A		New York Stock Exchange
AT&T Inc. 5.350% Global Notes due November 1, 2066		TBB		New York Stock Exchange

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. ☐

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

On August 15, 2025 the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of AT&T Inc. (“AT&T”) elected Kelly J. Grier as a Director, effective September 1, 2025. The Board appointed Ms. Grier to the Corporate Development and Finance and Human Resources Committees. Ms. Grier will participate in the compensation program for non-employee Directors as described beginning on page 17 of AT&T’s 2025 Proxy Statement.

The Board has determined that Ms. Grier is independent, based on the independence standards of the New York Stock Exchange.

With the election of Ms. Grier, Scott T. Ford notified AT&T of his plan to retire as a Director, effective September 1, 2025.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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.

				AT&T INC.
Date: August 19, 2025				By:		/s/ Stacey Maris
						Stacey Maris
						Senior Vice President, Secretary and Chief Privacy Officer