-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, TpZOzqFXJLWkGyRFMxVgNxJmJxyRyT5tdWyeTpSYnZ1KH4PH+ySlHNLwLi8hAGRo 85NeZex2Mmtugj2V3oes2w== 0001010549-08-000573.txt : 20080722 0001010549-08-000573.hdr.sgml : 20080722 20080721182104 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001010549-08-000573 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20080721 ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20080722 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20080721 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: CAPITAL SOUTHWEST CORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000017313 IRS NUMBER: 751072796 STATE OF INCORPORATION: TX FISCAL YEAR END: 0331 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 814-00061 FILM NUMBER: 08962138 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 12900 PRESTON RD STE 700 CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75230 BUSINESS PHONE: 9722338242 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 12900 PRESTON RD STREET 2: SUITE 700 CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75230 8-K 1 capital8k072108.txt UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K 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) July 21, 2008 Capital Southwest Corporation - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Texas 811-1056 75-1072796 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of incorporation) File Number) Identification No.) 12900 Preston Road, Suite 700, Dallas, Texas 75230 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) Registrant's telephone number, including area code 972-233-8242 -------------------- 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)) Item 5.02 DEPARTURE OF DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS; ELECTION OF DIRECTORS; APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS. On July 21, 2008, Capital Southwest Corporation (NASDAQ: CSWC) announced that its board of directors elected current President and CEO Gary L. Martin as chairman of the company's board. Martin, who joined Capital Southwest's board in July 1988, replaces former Chairman William R. Thomas, who has served in a non-executive capacity since his retirement in July 2007. Thomas will continue to remain very involved in the company's strategic direction as an active member of the board of directors. Martin joined Capital Southwest in 1972 as chief financial officer, subsequently serving as vice president and secretary-treasurer. Prior to joining Capital Southwest, he was president and CEO of The Whitmore Manufacturing Company, a portfolio company of Capital Southwest. Martin earned a B.B.A. degree from the University of Oklahoma and is a Certified Public Accountant and is a graduate of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program. Additionally, the Company announced that its board of directors named Tracy L. Morris Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer and William R. Thomas III Assistant Vice President. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (a) None. (b) None. (c) None. (d) Exhibits Exhibit Number Description - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 99.1 Press Release dated July 21, 2008. 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. Dated: July 21, 2008 By: /s/ Gary L. Martin --------------------------------------------- Name: Gary L. Martin Title: President and Chairman of the Board EX-99.1 2 capital8kex991072108.txt PRESS RELEASE Capital 12900 Preston Rd. Suite 700 Southwest Dallas, TX 75230 Corporation - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CAPITAL SOUTHWEST CORPORATION ELECTS NEW CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD FORMER CHAIRMAN BILL THOMAS TO REMAIN ACTIVE AS DIRECTOR DALLAS - July 21, 2008 - Capital Southwest Corporation (NASDAQ: CSWC) announced today that its board of directors has elected current President and CEO Gary L. Martin as chairman of the company's board. Martin, who joined Capital Southwest's board in July 1988, replaces former Chairman William R. Thomas, who has served in a non-executive capacity since his retirement in July 2007. Thomas will continue to remain very involved in the company's strategic direction as an active member of the board of directors. "Capital Southwest is an outstanding company with an incredibly talented management team, and I am proud to assume the role of board chairman," said Martin. "I am following in the footsteps of a great leader, and I would like to sincerely thank and recognize Bill Thomas for the many contributions he made as chairman, as well as his distinguished service as the company's president and CEO. I know that Bill will continue to provide strong guidance and leadership as a valued member of our board." Martin joined Capital Southwest in 1972 as chief financial officer, subsequently serving as vice president and secretary-treasurer. Prior to joining Capital Southwest, he was president and CEO of The Whitmore Manufacturing Company, a portfolio company of Capital Southwest. Martin earned a B.B.A. degree from the University of Oklahoma and is a Certified Public Accountant and is a graduate of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program. Additionally, the Company announced that its board of directors named Tracy L. Morris Chief Financial Officer/Treasurer and William R. Thomas III Assistant Vice President. About Capital Southwest Capital Southwest is a Dallas-based investment company that provides patient equity capital to exceptional businesses. As a public company (NASDAQ: CSWC), Capital Southwest has the flexibility to hold investments indefinitely, which has provided its managers a stable ownership platform since its founding in 1961. Contact: Gary L. Martin or Tracy L. Morris 972-233-8242 # # # - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PATIENT CAPITAL FOR EXCEPTIONAL BUSINESSES -----END PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE-----