# EDGAR Filing Document

**Accession Number:** 0000028412
**File Stem:** 0000028412-23-000100
**Filing Date:** 2023-2
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## Filing Content

## Filing Summary
**0000028412-23-000100.hdr.sgml**: 20230228

**ACCESSION NUMBER**: 0000028412-23-000100

**CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE**: 8-K

**PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT**: 14

**CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT**: 20230228

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

**ITEM INFORMATION**: Financial Statements and Exhibits

**FILED AS OF DATE**: 20230228

**DATE AS OF CHANGE**: 20230228

**FILER**: 

**COMPANY DATA:**
- **COMPANY CONFORMED NAME:** COMERICA INC /NEW/
- **CENTRAL INDEX KEY:** 0000028412
- **STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION:** NATIONAL COMMERCIAL BANKS [6021]
- **IRS NUMBER:** 000006021
- **STATE OF INCORPORATION:** DE
- **FISCAL YEAR END:** 1231

**FILING VALUES:**
- **FORM TYPE:** 8-K
- **SEC ACT:** 1934 Act
- **SEC FILE NUMBER:** 001-10706
- **FILM NUMBER:** 23686024

**BUSINESS ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 1717 MAIN STREET MC6404
- **STREET 2:** ATTN: KELLY GAGE
- **CITY:** DALLAS
- **STATE:** TX
- **ZIP:** 75201
- **BUSINESS PHONE:** 214-462-6831

**MAIL ADDRESS:**
- **STREET 1:** 1717 MAIN STREET MC6404
- **STREET 2:** ATTN: KELLY GAGE
- **CITY:** DALLAS
- **STATE:** TX
- **ZIP:** 75201

**FORMER COMPANY:**
- **FORMER CONFORMED NAME:** DETROITBANK CORP
- **DATE OF NAME CHANGE:** 19850311

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**UNITED STATES**

**SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION**

**Washington, D.C. 20549**

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**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): **February 28, 2023** 

**COMERICA INCORPORATED** 

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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| **Delaware** | **1-10706** | **38-1998421** |
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| (State or other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) | (Commission File Number) | (IRS Employer Identification Number) |

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**Comerica Bank Tower**

**1717 Main Street, MC 6404** 

**Dallas, Texas 75201** 

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(Address of principal executive offices) (zip code)

**(214) 462-6831** 

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(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

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:

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| **Title of each class** | **Trading Symbol(s)** | **Name of each exchange on which registered** |
| Common Stock, $5 par value | CMA | New York Stock Exchange |

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR 240.12b-2).

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. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;☐

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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.** |

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On February 28, 2023, the Board of Directors of Comerica Incorporated ("Comerica") appointed Derek J. Kerr and Jennifer H. Sampson to serve on its Board of Directors, effective February 28, 2023. The Board of Directors also determined that Mr. Kerr shall become a member of Comerica's Audit Committee and Ms. Sampson shall become a member of Comerica's Enterprise Risk Committee, effective February 28, 2023. On February 28, 2023, Comerica issued a press release regarding these appointments. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.

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| **ITEM 9.01** | **FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.** |

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(d) Exhibits

99.1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>[Press Release dated](a22823pressreleaseex991.htm)[February 28, 2023](a22823pressreleaseex991.htm)</u>

104 &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The cover page from Comerica's Current Report on Form 8-K, formatted in Inline XBRL

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**SIGNATURES**

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

**COMERICA INCORPORATED**

By:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<u>/s/ Von E. Hays</u> 

Name:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Von E. Hays

Title:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Executive Vice President - Chief Legal Officer

Date: February 28, 2023

## Exhibit 99.1

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**American Airlines' Derek Kerr and United Way of Metropolitan Dallas' Jennifer Sampson Appointed to the Comerica Incorporated Board of Directors**

**DALLAS, Feb. 28, 2023** – Derek Kerr and Jennifer Sampson have been appointed to the Comerica Incorporated Board of Directors, effective Feb. 28, 2023. Kerr serves as the Vice Chair and Strategic Advisor of Texas-based American Airlines Group Inc. (AAG), and the President of American Eagle. Sampson is the McDermott-Templeton President and CEO of the not-for-profit United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. Kerr will serve as a member of the board's Audit Committee, and Sampson will serve as a member of the board's Enterprise Risk Committee.

"Both Derek and Jennifer will bring specific skills, experiences and areas of knowledge to our Board," said Curt Farmer, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Comerica Incorporated. "I look forward to working closely with them to represent Comerica and those we serve, including our shareholders, customers, communities and colleagues."

**Derek Kerr**

Kerr leads American's Regional and Cargo teams and serves as a strategic advisor to the company. As President of American Eagle, he is responsible for more than half of American's departures, with oversight of the airline's regional operations.

From 2013 until 2022, Kerr served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of AAG and its wholly-owned subsidiary, American Airlines, Inc. (American), overseeing global corporate risk, corporate development and corporate financial functions, including treasury, accounting, financial planning, labor and fleet analysis, tax, strategic planning, investor relations and purchasing. Previously, he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for US Airways, a role that he began in 2009. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of America West, a role he began in 2002. He joined America West in 1996 as senior director, planning, and was promoted to Vice President, Financial Planning and Analysis, in 1998. In 2002, Mr. Kerr was promoted to Senior Vice President, Finance, adding responsibility for purchasing and fuel administration. Prior to joining America West, Mr. Kerr served in various financial planning and analysis positions with Northwest Airlines. Previously, Mr. Kerr was a flight test coordinator/control engineer with Northrop Corporation's B-2 Division. Kerr earned a Bachelor of Science in aeronautical engineering and a Master of Business Administration in finance from the University of Michigan.

**Jennifer Sampson**

Sampson leads United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, the largest social change organization focused on improving access to education, income and health in North Texas. Since her appointment as CEO and President of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas in 2011, she has built community confidence in its mission and impact priorities and has achieved unprecedented results in resource development. Prior to her role as CEO and President, she was Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer from 2004 to 2011, and Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2001 to 2004 for United Way of Metropolitan Dallas. Additionally, Sampson previously worked for the accounting firm Arthur Andersen & Co. in various roles over ten years.

A committed community advocate, Jennifer has served in leadership roles for numerous organizations in North Texas throughout her career. Sampson is a founding member of the United Way's Women of Tocqueville Society and serves on the United Way Worldwide National Professional Council, Fortune 500 Task Force and Select Cities. She is a member of the International Women's Forum and The Commit Partnership. She was named the Women's Council of Dallas County's 2012 Woman of the Year and was recognized as one of the youngest recipients of the Baylor Distinguished Alumni Award in 2013. She is a graduate of Baylor University, having earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting/Information Systems, and she is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Texas.

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**About Comerica**

Comerica Bank is a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA), a financial services company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank and Wealth Management. Comerica focuses on relationships, and helping people and businesses be successful. In addition to Texas, Comerica Bank locations can be found in Michigan, California, Florida and Arizona. Additionally, Comerica has select businesses operating in Canada and Mexico. Comerica reported total assets of $85.4 billion as of Dec. 31, 2022.

**MEDIA CONTACTS:** &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;**INVESTOR CONTACTS:** 

Nicole Hogan&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kelly Gage

(214) 462-6657&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(214) 462-6831

Louis Mora &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Morgan Mathers

(214) 462-6669&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;(214) 462-6731

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