8-K

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 20, 2020

Atkore International Group Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-37793	90-0631463
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

16100 South Lathrop Avenue, Harvey, Illinois 60426

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(708) 339-1610

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable 
(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:

☐ 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	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $.01 par value per share	ATKR	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 Officer; Compensatory Arrangement of Certain Officers.

On August 20, 2020, Atkore International Group Inc. (the "Company" or "Atkore") announced that Peter Lariviere, president-Cable Solutions business, notified the company of his intention to retire effective January 2, 2021. Over the coming months Mr. Lariviere will assist with the transition of his responsibilities, which will be assumed under Atkore's current leadership.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.*

On August 20, 2020, the Company issued a press release regarding the foregoing matters. The Company’s press release is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.*

Exhibit No.	Description of Exhibit
99.1	Press Release, dated August 20, 2020.
104	Inline XBRL for the cover page of this Current Report on Form 8-K
*	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 attached hereto, shall not be deemed “filed” for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Exchange Act"), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

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.

ATKORE INTERNATIONAL GROUP INC.

By: /s/ Daniel S. Kelly  

Daniel S. Kelly 
Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary

Date: August 20, 2020

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description of Exhibit
99.1	Press Release, dated August 20, 2020.

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

Headline: Atkore International Announces Retirement of Peter Lariviere, President-Cable Solutions

HARVEY, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Atkore International (NYSE: ATKR) (“Atkore”) today announced that Peter Lariviere, president-Cable Solutions business, will retire on January 2, 2021.

“Since joining seven years ago, Peter has helped Atkore grow through new product offerings, strategic acquisitions, and improved quality. As a result, the Company has been able to better serve our customers and deliver on our financial commitments to shareholders,” commented Bill Waltz, Atkore President and Chief Executive Officer. “I want to congratulate Peter on his retirement and wish him and his family well as they begin planning this new chapter in their lives.”

Over the coming months, Mr. Lariviere will assist with the transition of his responsibilities, which will be assumed under Atkore’s current leadership.

About Atkore International Group Inc.

Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions to power and protect the world. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore manufactures electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions. Atkore’s commitment to quality, service, and safety helps customers realize their vision. Atkore forges relationships and shapes the future with breakthrough results, enhanced technology, and innovative product offerings.

To learn more, please visit at www.atkore.com.

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