-----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, Qlu8L93dOBzOdaHHxB/cR7h398yzhxLS0mePMl2Rc8IE9DvokydxHW0KFLb5DYBh A3ZLVcYuz821b9/XDrgYOw== /in/edgar/work/20000629/0000096294-00-000020/0000096294-00-000020.txt : 20000920 0000096294-00-000020.hdr.sgml : 20000920 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000096294-00-000020 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20000629 ITEM INFORMATION: ITEM INFORMATION: FILED AS OF DATE: 20000629 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: TANDYCRAFTS INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000096294 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: [5940 ] IRS NUMBER: 751475224 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 0630 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-07258 FILM NUMBER: 664752 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 1400 EVERMAN PKWY CITY: FORT WORTH STATE: TX ZIP: 76140 BUSINESS PHONE: 8175519600 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 1400 EVERMAN PKWY CITY: FORT WORTH STATE: TX ZIP: 76140 8-K 1 0001.txt 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: June 29, 2000 Date of Earliest Event Reported: June 22, 2000 TANDYCRAFTS, INC. A DELAWARE CORPORATION 1-7258 75-1475224 ------ ---------- (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 1400 Everman Parkway Fort Worth, Texas 76140 (817) 551-9600 ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS ------------ (a) On June 22, 2000, Registrant issued a press release announcing that it has named Jack Kahl as a director. ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS --------------------------------- (c) Exhibits. -------- Exhibit Number Description -------- ------------------------------------------- 99 On June 22, 2000, Registrant issued a press release announcing that it has named Jack Kahl as director. 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 of the undersigned thereunto duly authorized. TANDYCRAFTS, INC. Date: June 29, 2000 By:/s/ Michael J. Walsh -------------------------- Michael J. Walsh, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Date: June 29, 2000 By:/s/ James D. Allen -------------------------- James D. Allen, President and Chief Operating Officer Date: June 29, 2000 By:/s/ Leo Taylor -------------------------- Leo Taylor, Senior Vice President of Finance (Principal Finance Officer) EX-99 2 0002.txt CONTACT: Leo Taylor Tandycrafts, Inc. (817) 551-9600 (investor_relations@tandycrafts.com) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE or Jeff Lambert, Tara Powers (mail@lambert-edwards.com) Lambert, Edwards & Associates, Inc. (616) 233-0500 TANDYCRAFTS EXPANDS BOARD WITH ADDITION OF MANCO CEO ---------------------------------------------------- FORT WORTH, Texas, June 22, 2000 - The board of directors of Tandycrafts, Inc. (NYSE:TAC) today announced it has named Jack Kahl as a director. Kahl is chief executive officer of Manco, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of consumer products for the home, professional and do-it-yourself markets, including the category-dominating Duck(R) tape brand adhesive. Kahl, 59, has been recognized for his leadership tactics by Forbes, Inc., Industry Week and Business Week, and was named one of "America's Most Admired CEOs" alongside ten other executives, including Microsoft's Bill Gates and GE Chief Executive Jack Welch. Kahl also was honored by Inc. as one of the top three CEOs in America to benchmark for leadership practices. Tandycrafts, the Fort Worth-Texas based consumer products maker, said Kahl's product expertise and success in reaching both the mass merchandise and specialty retail markets will be invaluable as the Company directs its focus on its frames and wall decor, home furnishings, and consumer direct operations. The addition of Kahl expands the Tandycrafts board to six seats. "Jack brings tremendous experience and a strong independent perspective to the Tandycrafts' board," said Michael Walsh, chairman and chief executive officer of Tandycrafts. "His proven track record, strong understanding of a variety of retail channels, and the growth Manco has experienced under his leadership underscore the board's optimism in adding Jack to our team." Manco, Inc., a Henkel Group company, develops and markets a full-line of innovative do-it-yourself adhesives, office stationery and houseware products for consumers, and is best known for its category-dominating Duck(R) tape brand adhesive. Kahl joined Manco in 1963, growing the company from $80,000 to $235 million in annual sales. Under Kahl's guidance, Manco has been internationally recognized for its innovative business practices and its commitment to customer service. "Tandycrafts has a clearly defined plan and is well positioned in the core markets it serves. I look forward to adding my experience to an already strong board and management team as we work to execute the strategic plan and accelerate growth at the Company," Kahl said. - MORE - TANDYCRAFTS/ PAGE 2 OF 2 Kahl also serves on the board of directors for a number of companies and organizations, including Applied Industrial Technologies, Royal Appliance, Inc., Paragon Holdings, MCM Capital Advisory Boards, Clark/Bardes, Superlative Group and The United Way. He is a member of the Conference Board, the Institute of American Entrepreneurs, the American Hardware Association and the International Mass Retailing Association, and is former chairman of the board of Students In Free Enterprise (S.I.F.E.), which provides 800,000 college students with an opportunity to apply today's economic issues in their local communities. Kahl holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from John Carroll University and is a member of the school's board of trustees. Tandycrafts, Inc. (www.tandycrafts.com) is a leading maker and marketer of consumer products, including frames and wall decor, office supplies, home furnishings and gift products. The Company's products are sold nationwide through wholesale distribution channels, including mass merchandisers and specialty retailers, and direct-to-consumer channels through the Company's retail stores, mail order and the Internet. # # # -----END PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE-----