Tredegar (NYSE: TG) taps Ana Dutra, a veteran executive, for board role
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Tredegar Corporation (TG) reported that its Board of Directors elected Ana Dutra as a director and member of the Board’s Executive Compensation Committee, effective August 17, 2026. The Board determined that she qualifies as an independent director under Tredegar’s standards and New York Stock Exchange rules and disclosed that there are no arrangements or related-party transactions associated with her election that require reporting under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
Ana Dutra brings more than 30 years of global executive, consulting and public company board experience across multiple sectors and currently serves on other public company boards. Tredegar is an industrial manufacturer focused on custom aluminum extrusions and engineered films, with approximately 1,800 employees and manufacturing facilities in North America and Asia.
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Filing Explained
Dutra’s service carries compensation under Tredegar’s existing non-employee director program; the 8-K adds no separate compensation arrangement.
The company reports that the August 17 director appointment is effective immediately and will be compensated under its existing non-employee director program, creating a board-service compensation obligation rather than a separately described arrangement.
The filing directs readers to the existing “Compensation of Directors” program, described in the proxy for the 2026 annual meeting, for the applicable terms.
The press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 is included under Item 7.01, but the filing states that this information is not deemed “filed” under Section 18 or incorporated by reference in another filing unless specifically referenced.
8-K Event Classification
3 items: 5.02, 7.01, 9.01
3 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 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Effective date of director election: August 17, 2026
Industry experience of Ana Dutra: More than 30 years
Global business footprint in prior CEO role: More than 25 countries
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4 metrics
Effective date of director election
August 17, 2026
Date Ana Dutra was elected as a director and committee member
Industry experience of Ana Dutra
More than 30 years
Global executive, consulting and public company board experience
Global business footprint in prior CEO role
More than 25 countries
Korn Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting operations led by Ana Dutra
Employees
Approximately 1,800
Tredegar’s reported global employee base
Key Terms
independent director, Executive Compensation Committee, Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K, iXBRL, +1 more
5 terms
independent director regulatory
"elected Ana Dutra to the Board as an independent director"
An independent director is a member of a company's board of directors who is not involved in the company's day-to-day operations and has no significant relationships with the company that could influence their judgment. Their role is to provide unbiased oversight and ensure the company is managed in the best interests of all shareholders. This helps build trust and confidence among investors by promoting transparency and accountability.
Executive Compensation Committee regulatory
"as a member of the Board's Executive Compensation Committee"
Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K regulatory
"transactions... that the Company would be required to report pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K"
iXBRL technical
"Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in iXBRL and contained in Exhibit 101)"
iXBRL is a digital filing format that embeds standardized machine-readable financial data inside the human-readable financial reports companies publish, like putting a spreadsheet under the printed pages. For investors, it makes it much quicker and more reliable to extract, compare and analyze financial numbers across companies and periods, reducing manual data entry errors and helping automated tools and analysts spot trends or inconsistencies faster.
ESG other
"committee experience spanning audit, compensation, governance, risk, ESG and technology oversight"
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, which are key factors investors consider when evaluating how sustainable and responsible a company is. It involves assessing how a company manages its impact on the environment, treats its employees and communities, and operates transparently and ethically. Investors use ESG criteria to identify businesses that align with their values and have the potential for long-term success.
FAQ
What did Tredegar Corporation (TG) announce in this 8-K?
Tredegar Corporation announced that its Board of Directors elected Ana Dutra as a director and member of the Executive Compensation Committee, effective August 17, 2026, and affirmed her status as an independent director under the company’s standards and New York Stock Exchange rules.
Is Ana Dutra considered an independent director at TG?
Yes. Tredegar’s Board affirmatively determined that Ana Dutra qualifies as an independent director under the company’s director independence standards and the applicable rules of the New York Stock Exchange.
How will Ana Dutra be compensated for her board service at TG?
Tredegar disclosed that Ana Dutra will be compensated under its existing compensation program for non-employee directors, as described in the proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, subject to adjustments by the Board from time to time.
What experience does Ana Dutra bring to Tredegar’s (TG) Board?
Ana Dutra has more than 30 years of global executive, consulting and public company board experience across several sectors and previously led a global business as CEO of Korn Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting, operating in more than 25 countries.
What are Tredegar Corporation’s (TG) main businesses and scale?
Tredegar Corporation is an industrial manufacturer with two main businesses: custom aluminum extrusions and films for engineered surface protection. The company reports having approximately 1,800 employees and operating manufacturing facilities in North America and Asia.
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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
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Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 20, 2026 (August 17, 2026 )
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| Item 5.02 | Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. | ||||
On August 17, 2026, the Board of Directors ("the "Board") of Tredegar Corporation (the "Company") elected Ana Dutra as a director of the Company and also as a member of the Board's Executive Compensation Committee, effective immediately.
The Board affirmatively determined that Ms. Dutra qualifies as an independent director under the Company’s director independence standards and the applicable rules of the New York Stock Exchange. There are no arrangements or understandings between Ms. Dutra and any other persons pursuant to which she was elected as a director. Additionally, there are no transactions involving the Company and Ms. Dutra that the Company would be required to report pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
Ms. Dutra will be compensated for her service on the Board pursuant to the Company’s existing compensation program for non-employee directors, which is described under “Compensation of Directors” in the Company’s proxy statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 25, 2026), as adjusted by the Board from time to time.
| Item 7.01 | Regulation FD Disclosure. | ||||
On August 20, 2026, in connection with the director election disclosed in Item 5.02, the Company issued a press release, a copy of which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference in this Item 7.01.
In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information in Item 7.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing or other document pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
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| 99.1 | Press release issued on August 20, 2026. | ||||
| 101 | Cover Page Interactive Data File (formatted in iXBRL and contained in Exhibit 101). | ||||
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.
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| Date: | August 20, 2026 | By: | /s/ Kevin C. Donnelly | ||||||||
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TREDEGAR ANNOUNCES ELECTION OF ANA DUTRA TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
RICHMOND, VA, August 20, 2026 – Tredegar Corporation (NYSE:TG) today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Ana Dutra to the Board as an independent director.
"Ana has built a distinguished career helping organizations adapt, grow, and create value in rapidly changing business environments," said Greg Pratt, Chairman of the Board. "Her extensive board experience, global perspective, and deep understanding of leadership, governance, and organizational transformation will be valuable assets as Tredegar continues to execute its strategy and position the Company for long-term success."
About Ana Dutra
Ana Dutra brings more than 30 years of global executive, consulting and public company board experience across technology, manufacturing, financial services, energy, e-commerce and other sectors. She currently serves as an independent director of Pembina Pipeline Corporation and CarParts.com and has served on multiple public company boards, with committee experience spanning audit, compensation, governance, risk, ESG and technology oversight. Earlier in her career, Ms. Dutra served as CEO of Korn Ferry Leadership and Talent Consulting, where she led the growth of a global business operating across more than 25 countries. She also has senior executive and advisory experience with various organizations including IBM, CSC, Accenture and Korn Ferry. Ms. Dutra holds an MBA in Management and Strategy from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, a master’s degree in Microeconomics from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro and a bachelor’s degree in Microeconomics from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro.
About Tredegar
Tredegar Corporation is an industrial manufacturer with two primary businesses: custom aluminum extrusions for the North American building & construction, automotive and specialty end-use markets, and films for highly engineered surface protection applications in the global electronics industry and advanced packaging. With approximately 1,800 employees, the Company operates manufacturing facilities in North America and Asia.
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