Mari J. Baker to leave John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Board after 2026 meeting
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
John Wiley & Sons, Inc. reported that director Mari J. Baker has informed the Board she will not stand for reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for September 24, 2026. She will serve out her current term as a director, Chair of the Executive Compensation and Development Committee, and member of the Executive Committee until that meeting.
The company stated that Ms. Baker’s decision is not due to any disagreement regarding operations, policies, or practices. She has served on the Board for 15 years. Effective September 24, 2026, the Board size will be reduced to nine members, unless later changed by Board resolution.
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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.
Key Figures
Date of earliest event: June 10, 2026
Annual Meeting date: September 24, 2026
Board size after meeting: 9 members
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4 metrics
Date of earliest event
June 10, 2026
Notification date of intent not to stand for reelection
Annual Meeting date
September 24, 2026
2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders when term expires
Board size after meeting
9 members
Effective September 24, 2026, unless changed by Board
Board service tenure
15 years
Length of Mari J. Baker’s service as a director
Key Terms
Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Executive Compensation and Development Committee, Executive Committee, Emerging growth company, +1 more
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Executive Compensation and Development Committee financial
"Chair of the Executive Compensation and Development Committee, and member of the Executive Committee"
Executive Committee financial
"Chair of the Executive Compensation and Development Committee, and member of the Executive Committee"
An executive committee is a small group of top leaders within an organization responsible for making important decisions and setting strategic direction. Think of it as the company's steering team, guiding the overall course and ensuring management actions align with long-term goals. For investors, understanding the executive committee helps gauge how decisions are made at the highest level and how leadership might influence the company's future performance.
Emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company o Item 5.02."
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
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FAQ
What did John Wiley & Sons (WLY) announce about its Board of Directors?
John Wiley & Sons announced that director Mari J. Baker will not stand for reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting on September 24, 2026. She will complete her current term and then step down from the Board and related committee roles.
When will Mari J. Baker leave the John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Board?
Mari J. Baker will leave the Board at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on September 24, 2026. Until then, she will continue serving as a director, Chair of the Executive Compensation and Development Committee, and member of the Executive Committee.
Why is Mari J. Baker stepping down from the John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Board?
Mari J. Baker is stepping down because she chose not to stand for reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting. The company stated her decision is not due to any disagreement about operations, policies, or practices, and expressed gratitude for her 15 years of service.
How long has Mari J. Baker served on the John Wiley & Sons (WLY) Board?
Mari J. Baker has served on the Board for 15 years. The company highlighted her experience as a seasoned executive and board leader, noting her contributions in technology, executive compensation, talent development, and organizational leadership during her tenure.
What will be the size of John Wiley & Sons’ (WLY) Board after the 2026 Annual Meeting?
Effective September 24, 2026, the Board size will be reduced to nine members. This change takes effect at the end of the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, unless the Board later modifies the number of directors by resolution.
What roles does Mari J. Baker currently hold at John Wiley & Sons (WLY)?
Mari J. Baker currently serves as a director, Chair of the Executive Compensation and Development Committee, and a member of the Executive Committee. She will continue in these roles until her term expires at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.