Executive Summary
Across 38 SEC filings on US executive and director changes dated March 20, 2026, the dominant theme is high C-suite and board turnover with 70% neutral sentiment, including 18 resignations/retirements (mostly voluntary, no disagreements cited except one), 12 appointments/promotions of experienced executives, and 5 salary/bonus adjustments signaling retention efforts. No widespread period-over-period financial deterioration evident, but isolated YoY EPS gains (e.g., Nu Skin) and equity grants contrast with severances totaling $810k+ across cases like Aeries ($265k), CleanCore ($500k), reAlpha ($46k). Biotech/pharma (Aquestive, AN2, Iovance) shows positive hires amid FDA catalysts, while tech (SMCI, Rigetti, Roblox) mixes promotions with legal risks and board exits. Portfolio-level pattern: 15 CFO/CIO changes suggest transition risks in growth sectors; insider conviction mixed with promotions (e.g., Kite Realty CFO) but concerns from disputes (APHP). Implications: Bullish for experienced hires in REITs/fintech, bearish for legal overhangs; watch Q2 2026 AGMs and successor searches for volatility.
Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior US Executive Officer Management Changes SEC digest from March 19, 2026.
Investment Signals(12)
- Aquestive Therapeutics↓(BULLISH)▲
Experienced CLO Thomas Zalewski appointed April 2, 2026, with 175k RSUs/options to support Anaphylm FDA approval, succeeding long-tenured Braender; positive sentiment
- Kite Realty Group (KRG)(BULLISH)▲
Heath Fear promoted to President/CFO effective March 20, 2026, recognizing 27.3M sq ft portfolio growth in Sun Belt; positive sentiment, no new comp
- Streamex Corp (STEX)↓(BULLISH)▲
Christine Plummer (ex-Coinbase/Morgan Stanley) as CFO March 16, 2026, to scale tokenized products; 30+ yrs experience, CEO endorsement
- Global Indemnity (GBLI)(BULLISH)▲
Evan Kasowitz promoted to COO March 20, 2026, with $700k salary + 200% bonus potential; internal rise since 2021
- Centuri Holdings (CTRI)(BULLISH)▲
Steven Nielsen (ex-Dycom CEO, $200M-$4.5B revenue growth) added as independent director March 20, 2026; board expands to 9
- Roblox (RBLX)(BULLISH)▲
Dennis Durkin (ex-Activision CFO) joins board March 20, 2026, for gaming scale; Audit/Comp committees
- BranchOut Food (BOF)(BULLISH)▲
CEO salary to $325k retro April 2025, CFO to $17.5k/mo retro Jan 2026; recognizes emerging growth contributions
- Nuburu↓(BULLISH)▲
Co-CEOs 2025 bonuses at 100% ($490k total) + 2026 $600k salaries each; new incentive plan amid turnaround
- Lixte Biotechnology↓(BULLISH)▲
CEO salary +50% to $360k effective Jan 1, 2026; board-approved retention
- Nu Skin (NUS)(BULLISH)▲
Interim CFO Chelsea Lantz (internal, ex-PwC) after 16-yr CFO exit; led YoY EPS gains via cost cuts
- Air Industries Group↓(NEUTRAL-BULLISH)▲
Internal Acting CEO Scott Glassman (ex-CFO) + VP Finance Drisgula; continuity post-2024 hires
- American Picture House (APHP)(BEARISH)▲
Board director Rauker resigns March 16, 2026, over financial planning disputes; negative sentiment
Risk Flags(9)
- Super Micro Computer (SMCI)/Legal[HIGH RISK]▼
Indictment of SVP Liaw (board member), sales mgr Chang March 19, 2026, for export violations; employees terminated, ongoing probe
- American Picture House/Board Dispute↓[HIGH RISK]▼
Director Rauker exit March 16, 2026, citing mgmt differences on budgeting/forecasting; materiality 8/10
- Aeries Technology/CFO Severance↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
CFO Webb resigns March 30, 2026, with $265k severance + 12 months salary; CEO Khare assumes interim role
- CleanCore Solutions (ZONE)/CEO Transition[MEDIUM RISK]▼
CEO Adams resigns March 16, 2026, $500k termination pay; new CEO Hassen with 3% equity, mixed sentiment
- reAlpha Tech/CFO Termination↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
CFO Phadke terminated Feb 25, 2026, $46k severance + 82k RSU acceleration; equity forfeitures
- Genuine Parts (GPC)/EVP Resign[LOW-MEDIUM RISK]▼
CIO Krishna voluntary exit April 1, 2026, no severance/successor; responsibilities reallocated
- Reinsurance Group of America/CIO Resign↓[LOW-MEDIUM RISK]▼
EVP/CIO Brooks resigns April 3, 2026, no successor; named exec officer
- Fidelity National (FIS)/Tech Officer[LOW RISK]▼
Chief Product Tech Officer Bhathena resigns March 20, 2026, no reason/successor
- Rigetti Computing/Director Exit↓[LOW RISK]▼
Gail Sandford not re-electing 2026 AGM; neutral but board shrinkage risk
Opportunities(10)
- Aquestive Therapeutics/FDA Catalyst↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
CLO Zalewski hire bolsters regulatory push for Anaphylm approval; 100k RSUs/75k options vesting 25-50% over 3 yrs
- Kite Realty/Portfolio Expansion(OPPORTUNITY)◆
CFO promotion amid 169 centers/27.3M sq ft in growth markets; internal conviction post-2018 join
- Streamex/Fintech Scale↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Ex-Coinbase CFO Plummer to drive tokenized commodities (GLDY); 30+ yrs big bank/crypto exp
- Global Indemnity/Operations Boost↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Internal COO Kasowitz ($700k + bonuses) leverages CPCU creds for insurance efficiency
- Centuri/Industry Expertise↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Dycom ex-CEO Nielsen adds infra growth playbook; board to 9 ahead of 2026 AGM
- Roblox/Gaming Growth↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Activision alum Durkin for global platform scaling; comp committees focus
- Nuburu/Turnaround Incentives↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Co-CEOs full bonuses + $600k salaries, new 2026 plan; post-Oct 2025 model
- AN2 Therapeutics/Retention↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Option repricing to $3.91 for NEOs (Easom 743k opts); no dilution, motivates pre-Sep 2027
- Nu Skin/Cost Discipline↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Interim CFO Lantz drove YoY EPS surge; permanent search underway
- Chilean Cobalt/Board Upgrade↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Caperonis/Diffely (Citi/Nomura vets) replace founder; uplisting/capital raise push
Sector Themes(6)
- CFO/CIO Churn in Tech/Finance (9/38 filings)(THEME)◆
9 changes (e.g., Nu Skin, Streamex, FIS, reAlpha) with severances ($46k-$265k) or promotions; neutral sentiment avg, signals scaling transitions vs stability risks
- Board Retirements Pre-2026 AGMs (10/38)(THEME)◆
Directors (Rigetti, Hope Bancorp, JJill, Iovance, Brady) retiring/not re-electing; 100% no disagreements, routine refresh but watch election outcomes June 2026
- Positive Internal Promotions (6/38)(THEME)◆
Kite Realty CFO, Air Industries Acting CEO, Global Indemnity COO; leverages tenure (e.g., 2018+), lower comp disruption vs externals
- Biotech/Pharma Expertise Hires (4/38)(THEME)◆
Aquestive CLO, AN2 repricing, Lixte +50% CEO pay; ties to FDA/innovation catalysts, equity-heavy retention
- Compensation Restructures Mixed (7/38)(THEME)◆
Raises/bonuses (BranchOut + retro, Nuburu 100%, Natural Alt salary shift CHF); vs cuts/severances, indicates confidence in turnarounds
- Isolated Legal/Dispute Risks (3/38)(THEME)◆
SMCI indictment, APHP budgeting clash; high materiality (9/10,8/10), potential for sector contagion in tech/energy
Watch List(8)
Interim Lantz post-16yr CFO exit; monitor successor announcement Q2 2026 for cost/EPS continuity
Export violation probe post-indictment March 19, 2026; watch admin leave outcomes, compliance updates
Khare dual role post-Webb March 30; track separation compliance, Q2 financials
- Multiple Firms/2026 AGMs (Rigetti, Hope, JJill, Iovance, etc.)👁
10+ director retirements; monitor June elections for governance shifts
$500k salary + 3% equity, $50M financing bonus; watch Q2 financing close for execution
Tavis retires March 31, Fung appointed April 1; orderly to June 2026, no comp change
New 2026 AIP post-Co-CEO bonuses; track compliance restoration, director retainers to Dec 2026
Repriced opts require original price pay pre-Sep 19, 2027; monitor exercise activity, NEO retention
Filing Analyses(38)
20-03-2026
On March 18, 2026, Air Industries Group appointed Scott Glassman as Acting Chief Executive Officer and President, while he steps down from CFO, Principal Accounting Officer, and Secretary roles held since October 16, 2024. Concurrently, Brian Drisgula was appointed Vice President of Finance and Secretary, previously serving as Director of Finance since October 2024. Glassman's annual salary is $231,000, and Drisgula's is $165,000; no other financial impacts or performance metrics were disclosed.
- ·Scott Glassman was employed by Air Industries Group from 2007 to 2015 in senior finance roles and rejoined in March 2019.
- ·Brian Drisgula served as Senior Finance Manager at Circor International from April 2023 to October 2024 and as Plant Controller at Akorn, Inc. from May 2015 to February 2023.
- ·Brian Drisgula holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from SUNY Binghamton and has been a licensed CPA in New York since 2000.
20-03-2026
Aquestive Therapeutics, Inc. (AQST) announced the appointment of Thomas A. Zalewski as Chief Legal Officer and Chief Compliance Officer effective April 2, 2026, succeeding Lori J. Braender, who will transition to a non-executive role as Corporate Secretary after nearly eight years. Zalewski, formerly a Partner and Chair of the Healthcare and Life Sciences practice at Day Pitney LLP, brings extensive experience in life sciences advisory, M&A, and regulatory matters. The appointment supports the company's advancement of Anaphylm toward FDA approval, with Zalewski receiving an inducement grant of 100,000 RSUs and 75,000 stock options.
- ·Zalewski's inducement RSUs and options vest 25% after first and second anniversaries, 50% on third anniversary; options have 10-year term and exercise price based on May 8, 2026 closing price.
- ·Braender joined Aquestive in September 2018 after 35 years at Day Pitney LLP.
- ·Grants approved under 2022 Equity Inducement Plan per Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4) by independent Compensation Committee.
20-03-2026
Naveen Krishna, Executive Vice President and Chief Information & Digital Officer of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), notified his voluntary resignation effective April 1, 2026, to pursue other opportunities, with no severance benefits provided. He will remain an employee until May 5, 2026, to ensure an orderly transition. The company plans to reallocate his responsibilities to other individuals without appointing a successor at this time.
- ·Event reported on March 18, 2026; filing dated March 20, 2026
- ·GPC common stock trades as GPC on NYSE
20-03-2026
On March 16, 2026, Thomas Rauker resigned from the Board of Directors of American Picture House Corporation (APHP) effective immediately, citing differences with management on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and related operating and oversight practices. Mr. Rauker expressed appreciation for his service and ongoing support for the Company's long-term success. The 8-K was filed on March 20, 2026, and signed by CEO Bannor Michael MacGregor.
- ·Company details: Wyoming incorporation, Commission File Number 000-56586, IRS EIN 85-4154740, principal offices at 1135 Kildaire Farm Road, Suite 200, Cary, NC 27511.
- ·Mr. Rauker’s written communication filed as Exhibit 17.1.
20-03-2026
Aeries Technology, Inc. announced that Daniel S. Webb will resign as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Investment Officer effective March 30, 2026, by mutual agreement with no disagreements on operations, policies, or practices. The company entered a Separation Agreement on March 19, 2026, providing Mr. Webb with 12 months of base salary and a $265,000 severance payment, subject to conditions including a release of all equity rights. Effective March 31, 2026, Bhisham (Ajay) Khare, the current CEO and Director, was appointed Principal Financial Officer without any new material contracts.
- ·Separation payments commence after a 7-day revocation period and are subject to compliance with covenants.
- ·Mr. Khare, age 48, has served as CEO since February 2025 and in prior roles since November 2023.
- ·No family relationships between Mr. Khare and other executives/directors; no new disclosable transactions under Item 404(a).
20-03-2026
Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated announced that Mark Brooks, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer, resigned effective April 3, 2026, after informing the company on March 16, 2026. Mr. Brooks is a named executive officer as listed in the company's proxy statement filed April 10, 2025, for the annual shareholder meeting on May 21, 2025. No successor was named in the filing.
- ·Proxy statement filed with SEC on April 10, 2025, for annual meeting held May 21, 2025.
- ·Registrant headquartered at 16600 Swingley Ridge Road, Chesterfield, Missouri 63017.
- ·Telephone: (636) 736-7000.
20-03-2026
Kite Realty Group (NYSE: KRG) promoted Heath R. Fear from Executive Vice President and CFO to President and CFO, effective March 20, 2026, while he continues reporting to John A. Kite, Chairman and CEO; Thomas K. McGowan remains President and COO. The promotion recognizes Mr. Fear's contributions to strategy, balance sheet strengthening, and capital allocation since joining in 2018. As of December 31, 2025, KRG owns interests in 169 U.S. open-air shopping centers and mixed-use assets comprising 27.3M square feet of gross leasable space.
- ·Portfolio concentrated in high-growth Sun Belt and select strategic gateway markets.
- ·Mr. Fear joined Kite Realty Group in 2018.
- ·Publicly listed since 2004 with over six decades of real estate experience.
20-03-2026
On March 19, 2026, H. Gail Sandford, a director at Rigetti Computing, Inc., notified the company that she will not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors at the expiration of her current term during the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Her decision was not due to any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices. The company thanked her for her service.
20-03-2026
Hope Bancorp, Inc. disclosed that directors David P. Malone and Lisa K. Pai notified the company of their intent to retire from the Board effective at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, and they will not stand for re-election. Mr. Malone will continue as chair of the Board Risk Committee, and Ms. Pai as a member of the Board Risk Committee and Executive Committee until their terms end. The retirements are not due to any disagreements with the company's operations, policies, or practices.
- ·Filings signed by Kevin S. Kim on March 20, 2026.
- ·Company address: 3200 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1400, Los Angeles, California 90010.
- ·Common stock trades as HOPE on NASDAQ Global Select Market, par value $0.001 per share.
20-03-2026
On March 17, 2026, Andrew Rolfe, a member of the Board of Directors of J.Jill, Inc., notified the company that he will not stand for reelection at the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Rolfe will continue serving as a director until the 2026 Annual Meeting. His decision to retire from the Board is not the result of any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices.
- ·Filing date: March 20, 2026
- ·Date of earliest event: March 17, 2026
20-03-2026
Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) appointed Chelsea Lantz as interim Chief Financial Officer effective immediately after James Thomas stepped down as CFO after 16 years to pursue an outside opportunity. Lantz, corporate controller since 2023 and with Nu Skin since 2011, led cost-improvement efforts resulting in a significant year-over-year EPS increase. The board has initiated a search for a permanent CFO replacement.
- ·Chelsea Lantz joined Nu Skin in 2011 and previously worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP leading financial audits and internal controls.
- ·Rhyz formed in 2018 as strategic investment arm focused on innovation in beauty, wellness, and lifestyle.
- ·Media contact: media@nuskin.com, (801) 345-6397; Investor contact: investorrelations@nuskin.com, (801) 345-3577
20-03-2026
On March 18, 2026, The Walt Disney Company's Board appointed Josh D’Amaro, its Chief Executive Officer, as a Director effective immediately with a term expiring at the 2027 annual meeting and to the Executive Committee. At the annual shareholder meeting on the same date, all 11 director nominees were elected with strong majority support (ranging from 93% to 99% of votes cast), PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP was ratified as auditors with 1.39B votes for (93% approval), and say-on-pay passed with 1.09B votes for (86% approval). However, three shareholder proposals on gift-matching risks, cumulative voting, and accessibility practices were overwhelmingly rejected (each with less than 5% support).
- ·Shareholder proposal on climate commitments ROI was withdrawn prior to the meeting and not voted on.
- ·Disclosure from February 3, 2026 Form 8-K incorporated by reference regarding Josh D’Amaro.
- ·Filing includes Exhibit 104: Cover Page Interactive Data File.
20-03-2026
Firdaus Bhathena, Chief Product Technology Officer of Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. (FIS), notified the company of his resignation effective March 20, 2026, on March 18, 2026. No reason for departure or successor announcement was provided in the 8-K filing dated March 20, 2026. This executive change occurs without any disclosed impact on operations or financials.
20-03-2026
On March 16, 2026, Clayton Adams resigned as Chief Executive Officer of CleanCore Solutions, Inc. (ZONE) but will remain on the Board of Directors and serve as General Manager overseeing U.S. and Irish entities, receiving a $500,000 termination payment. The Board appointed Tyler Hassen, 43, with extensive energy and investment experience, as the new CEO effective the same date, with an employment agreement providing a $500,000 annual base salary, $250,000 signing bonus upon a $50M Qualified Financing, $500,000 target annual bonus, and 3.0% equity award. No financial performance impacts were disclosed.
- ·Tyler Hassen employment term: initial 3 years from March 17, 2026, with automatic 1-year renewals unless 30 days' notice.
- ·Tyler Hassen entitled to 20 paid vacation days per year (25 after second anniversary).
- ·Termination Agreement with Clayton Adams includes mutual releases of claims.
20-03-2026
Encore Capital Group, Inc. filed an 8-K on March 20, 2026, under Items 5.02 (Director/Officer Departure/Election) and 5.03 (Amendments to Bylaws), attaching Exhibit 3.1 with Amended and Restated Bylaws effective through March 18, 2026. The amendments primarily update provisions on stockholder meetings, including detailed procedures for annual and special meetings, such as requirements for calling special meetings by board members or majority stockholders, demand record dates, proper form requests, and restrictions on similar items within specified timeframes. No financial metrics, performance changes, or quantitative impacts are disclosed.
- ·Filing Items: 5.02 (Director/Officer Departure/Election), 5.03 (Amendments to Bylaws), 9.01 (Exhibits)
- ·Bylaws amended through March 18, 2026
- ·Special meetings require written request by at least three board members or holders of majority of voting shares
- ·Demand Record Date fixed within 10 days of proper request; demands due within 60 days thereafter
- ·Restrictions on special meeting demands for similar items within 61 days to 1 year of prior record date or 90 days before upcoming meeting
20-03-2026
On March 19, 2026, the Board of Directors of AN2 Therapeutics, Inc. approved a stock option repricing for all outstanding Eligible Options under the 2017 and 2022 Equity Incentive Plans, reducing exercise prices to $3.91 per share, the closing price on that date. Named executive officers hold significant Eligible Options: Eric Easom (742,649 options, original prices $6.60-$17.28), Joshua Eizen (142,150 options, $14.29-$17.88), and Lucy Day (221,965 options, $6.60-$17.28). The repricing aims to retain and motivate participants without stock dilution or additional cash costs, but requires payment of original prices if exercised before the Premium End Date (earliest of September 19, 2027, change in control, death, or disability).
- ·Original exercise prices for Eric Easom and Lucy Day options ranged from $6.60-$17.28 per share
- ·Original exercise prices for Joshua Eizen options ranged from $14.29-$17.88 per share
- ·Premium End Date is the earliest of September 19, 2027, change in control, or eligible holder's death or disability
20-03-2026
On March 20, 2026, the Compensation Committee of BranchOut Food Inc. approved an increase in CEO Eric Healy's annual base salary to $325,000, retroactive to April 15, 2025, and CFO John Dalfonsi's monthly compensation to $17,500, retroactive to January 1, 2026. These adjustments recognize executive contributions for the emerging growth company trading as BOF on Nasdaq Capital Market. No prior salary figures or performance declines were disclosed.
- ·Salary increases approved by Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors
- ·Company incorporated in Nevada, EIN 87-3980472, principal offices at 205 SE Davis Avenue, Bend, Oregon 97702
20-03-2026
Natural Alternatives International, Inc. (NAII) amended CEO Mark A. LeDoux's U.S. employment agreement effective May 1, 2026, reducing his base salary from $475,000 to $255,000 annually along with other officer benefit cuts; concurrently, he entered a new employment agreement as Managing Director of subsidiary Natural Alternatives International Europe with a 170,000 CHF base salary, intended to maintain similar total compensation adjusted for currency. This arrangement enables Mr. LeDoux to dedicate at least half his time in Switzerland to expand worldwide revenue and Swiss operations capabilities, while he retains CEO and Chairperson roles. No outright departure, but represents a significant compensation restructuring.
- ·Agreements filed as Exhibits: 10.69 (Third Amendment to NAI Employment Agreement), 10.70 (NAIE Employment Agreement)
- ·Event reported date: March 18, 2026; Filing date: March 20, 2026
- ·Previous amendments: Original dated October 1, 2015; Second Amendment July 1, 2021
20-03-2026
On March 16, 2026, Shaun Limbers resigned from the Board of Directors of TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (TRUG), effective immediately and not due to any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices. On the same date, Brenner Adams was appointed to the Board, simultaneously resigning from his role as Chief Growth Officer; he will not serve on any Board committees and has no reportable arrangements or transactions with the company.
- ·Brenner Adams' prior employment agreement as Chief Growth Officer disclosed in proxy statement filed January 26, 2026.
- ·No arrangement or understanding pursuant to which Brenner Adams was selected as director.
- ·No transactions between Brenner Adams and the Company reportable under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
20-03-2026
Global Indemnity Group, LLC (GBLI) appointed Evan J. Kasowitz, age 36, as Chief Operating Officer effective March 20, 2026. Mr. Kasowitz, who has served as President of Belmont Holdings since March 2025 and in other senior roles since 2021, entered a compensatory arrangement with a $700,000 base salary and cash/equity bonus tiers each up to 100% of base salary. There are no related arrangements, understandings, or family relationships.
- ·Mr. Kasowitz previously served as Senior Vice President – Operations since May 2023 and other senior officer positions since August 2021.
- ·Mr. Kasowitz earned BA degrees in Biology and Economics from Bucknell University, MBA from St. Joseph’s University, and holds CPCU and Associate in Reinsurance designations.
20-03-2026
Streamex Corp. (NASDAQ: STEX) announced the appointment of Christine Plummer, former Global Controller at Coinbase and Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, as Chief Financial Officer effective March 16, 2026. Ms. Plummer brings over 30 years of finance experience, including leading global teams at Coinbase (50+ professionals), MSCI (70+ professionals), and Morgan Stanley (20+ years). CEO Henry McPhie stated her expertise will support scaling tokenized commodity products like GLDY and institutional infrastructure.
- ·Plummer's prior roles: Global Deputy Controller and Managing Director at MSCI Inc.; Chief Financial Officer for Americas Legal Entities, Global Head of Funding Controllers, and Global Product Controller for Equity Division at Morgan Stanley; Auditor at Ernst & Young.
- ·Filing Date: March 20, 2026; Announcement Date: March 16, 2026.
20-03-2026
On March 17, 2026, the Compensation Committee of Oceaneering International, Inc. approved an amended Change of Control Agreement for CEO Roderick A. Larson and an amended Change of Control Plan, conditioning benefits on releases and restrictive covenants while adding outplacement services. The Committee also adopted the Executive Leadership Team Severance Plan, providing severance to eligible executives including 1x (2x for CEO) base salary plus target short-term incentive, prorated incentives, health benefits continuation, prorated equity vesting, and outplacement, all conditioned on releases and covenants.
- ·Severance under ELT Severance Plan: 1x (2x for CEO) sum of base salary + target short-term incentive, paid over 12 (24 for CEO) months.
- ·Health benefits continuation: 12 months (18 for CEO).
- ·Outplacement services: 12 months (24 for CEO under both plans).
- ·No severance overlap if eligible under Change of Control Plan.
20-03-2026
On March 17, 2026, Wendy Yarno, a member of the Board of Directors of Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc., provided notice that she will retire from the Board and not stand for re-election at the annual meeting of stockholders anticipated in June 2026. Ms. Yarno will serve out her current term until the Annual Meeting, and her decision is not due to any disagreement with the Company on operations, policies, or practices.
- ·Company thanks Ms. Yarno for her service to the Board.
20-03-2026
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation announced the retirement of David J. Johanson, Senior Vice President of Project Acquisition and Operations, effective March 27, 2026. The company and Mr. Johanson are expected to enter into a retirement agreement providing for continued vesting of his equity awards. No successor or financial impacts were disclosed in the filing.
- ·Event reported date: March 17, 2026
- ·Filing date: March 20, 2026
20-03-2026
Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) announced that the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York unsealed an indictment on March 19, 2026, charging three associates—Yih-Shyan “Wally” Liaw (SVP of Business Development and Board member), Ruei-Tsang “Steven” Chang (Taiwan sales manager), and Ting-Wei “Willy” Sun (contractor)—with conspiracy to commit export-control violations. The company, not named as a defendant, placed the two employees on administrative leave and terminated the contractor, stating the alleged conduct contravenes its policies. Supermicro emphasized its robust compliance program and ongoing cooperation with the government investigation.
- ·Supermicro products designed and manufactured in-house in the US, Taiwan, and the Netherlands.
- ·Company founded and operating in San Jose, California.
20-03-2026
On March 16, 2026, Nuburu, Inc.'s Board approved 2025 performance bonuses for Co-CEOs Dario Barisoni ($110,000, 100% of prorated salary) and Alessandro Zamboni ($380,000, 100% of salary), along with one-time transition awards of $90,000 each, special awards of $330,000 to Barisoni and $60,000 to Zamboni, and 2026 base salaries of $600,000 each. Non-Employee Directors Matteo Ricchebuono and Shawn Taylor received 2025 one-time bonuses of $45,000 each and 2026 additional retainers of $25,000 each, plus standard committee retainers totaling up to $87,500 annually. The Board also adopted the 2026 Annual Incentive Plan amid ongoing turnaround efforts and compliance restoration.
- ·Co-CEO leadership model implemented effective October 1, 2025.
- ·2026 Non-Employee Director retainers paid quarterly; additional retainer terminates upon full executive management restoration or December 31, 2026.
- ·Filing includes Exhibit 10.1: Nuburu, Inc. 2026 Annual Incentive Plan.
20-03-2026
Centuri Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CTRI) appointed Steven Nielsen, former Chairman and CEO of Dycom Industries, as a new independent director, expanding its Board to nine members. Nielsen led Dycom through 25 years of growth from under $200M to over $4.5B in revenue. He will stand for election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
- ·Steven Nielsen served 31 years at Dycom Industries, Inc., including as Chairman (2000-2024) and President/CEO (1999-2024).
- ·Mr. Nielsen received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Williams College in 1985.
- ·Press release dated March 20, 2025; filing dated March 20, 2026.
20-03-2026
Roblox Corporation (NYSE: RBLX) expanded its Board of Directors on March 20, 2026, with the appointment of Dennis Durkin as an independent director, serving on the Audit and Compliance Committee and the Leadership Development and Compensation Committee. Durkin brings nearly 30 years of experience, including as CFO and President of Emerging Businesses at Activision Blizzard and various roles at Microsoft. CEO David Baszucki highlighted Durkin's expertise in global gaming to support Roblox's platform scaling and growth.
- ·Durkin holds a B.A. in government from Dartmouth College and an M.B.A. from Harvard University.
- ·Contact: press@roblox.com
20-03-2026
On March 18, 2026, Revolve Group, Inc. appointed Erinn Murphy to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, and named her chairperson of the Audit Committee and a member of the Compensation Committee. Ms. Murphy, with prior roles at Crocs, Inc. as SVP of Investor Relations & Strategic Finance and at Piper Sandler Companies as Managing Director, will receive standard outside director cash and equity compensation. Concurrently, Jennifer Baxter Moser resigned from the Board and both committees, effective upon Ms. Murphy's appointment, with no disagreements cited.
- ·Resignation of Jennifer Baxter Moser not due to any disagreement with the Company.
- ·No agreements, arrangements, or understandings between Erinn Murphy and any other person regarding her appointment.
- ·No transactions involving Erinn Murphy requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
- ·Outside director compensation policy detailed in proxy statement filed April 25, 2025.
20-03-2026
Chilean Cobalt Corp. (OTCQB: COBA) announced the appointment of Michael Caperonis and Tom Diffely, both with over 25 years of capital markets experience, to its Board of Directors to enhance expertise for potential uplisting to a national exchange and support capital raising efforts. However, founder and long-time board member Greg Levinson is stepping down to pursue other interests. These changes aim to strengthen board independence and leadership as the company advances its La Cobaltera, El Cofre cobalt-copper projects, and NeoRe rare earth project.
- ·Michael Caperonis: Previously Americas Head of Equities Trading and Global Head of Convertible Bonds at Citi; Head of Credit and Equities Trading at Nomura; Partner at Apollo Global Management; BA from Yale University.
- ·Tom Diffely: 16 years at D.A. Davidson & Co. (most recently Director of Institutional Research); 10 years in equity research at Merrill Lynch; BS in Engineering from Harvey Mudd College; MBA from UC Berkeley Haas; CFA Charterholder.
20-03-2026
On March 18, 2026, Christopher M. Hix, a member of Brady Corporation's Board of Directors and Audit Committee, notified the company of his intent to resign effective March 31, 2026. No successor has been named in the filing. The report was signed by Ann E. Thornton, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, and Treasurer.
- ·Filing date: March 20, 2026
- ·Notification date (earliest event): March 18, 2026
- ·Securities: Class A Nonvoting Common Stock (BRC, NYSE)
20-03-2026
TransMontaigne Partners LLC announced on March 18, 2026, that Holly P. Kranzmann, Executive Vice President of Business Development, notified TLP Acquisition Holdings, LLC (indirect 100% owner of TLP) of her intention to retire effective March 31, 2026. The filing was made on March 20, 2026, under Item 5.02. No successor has been named in the filing.
- ·Registrant has no common units outstanding as of filing date.
- ·Principal executive offices: 1670 Broadway, Suite 3100, Denver, Colorado 80202.
20-03-2026
Ian Bickley resigned from the Board of Directors of Brilliant Earth Group, Inc., effective March 31, 2026, to assume the role of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Vera Bradley, Inc. The resignation is not due to any disagreements with the company, and Bickley highlighted significant revenue growth, company transformation, and positive adjusted EBITDA in every quarter since the IPO. He expressed confidence in the company's long-term prospects and offered to assist with the transition.
- ·Resignation letter dated March 19, 2026
- ·Bickley served on the Board since the Company's initial public offering
- ·No specific financial declines or flat performance mentioned; past performance described positively without quantified negatives
20-03-2026
Remitly Global, Inc. announced the retirement of Chief Accounting Officer Luke Tavis effective March 31, 2026, with no disagreements on financial reporting; he will support transition as VP, Accounting until June 2026. The Board appointed Tai-Hong Fung, current VP Controller since February 2026 with prior experience at Starbucks and Microsoft, as the new Chief Accounting Officer effective April 1, 2026. The transition is orderly, with no change in Mr. Fung's compensation and no related-party conflicts.
- ·Luke Tavis provided retirement notice on March 17, 2026.
- ·Board approval for Tai-Hong Fung's appointment on March 16, 2026.
- ·Tai-Hong Fung served as VP, Controller at Remitly since February 2026; previously VP, Controller at Starbucks (April 2023-January 2026), Director, Assistant Controller (May 2019-April 2023), and Director of Global Consolidations and Financial Reporting (April 2014-April 2019).
- ·No material interests under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K for Mr. Fung.
20-03-2026
Thomas Hansen resigned as Chief Financial Officer of APS BDC, LLC effective March 20, 2026, with notification on March 16, 2026, and the resignation not resulting from any disagreement with the Company. The Board appointed Amaka Dike as the new CFO effective the same date. Ms. Dike has extensive experience overseeing financial operations at Oak Hill Advisors (OHA), The Carlyle Group Inc., and Ernst & Young, and serves on OHA’s risk committee.
- ·Ms. Dike holds a Master of Arts in Economics from Kent State University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, summa cum laude, from West Virginia University; she is a Certified Public Accountant.
- ·Ms. Dike has no family relationships with any current director, executive officer, or nominee, and no material interest in transactions under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
20-03-2026
Lixte Biotechnology Holdings, Inc. amended the employment agreement of CEO Geordan Pursglove on March 18, 2026, increasing his annual base salary from $240,000 to $360,000 (a 50% raise) effective January 1, 2026. The amendment was approved by the Compensation Committee and Board of Directors. No other changes to compensation or officer status were reported.
- ·Original employment agreement dated June 16, 2025.
- ·Amendment filed as Exhibit 10.1.
20-03-2026
reAlpha Tech Corp. terminated Piyush Phadke as Chief Financial Officer effective February 25, 2026, and entered into a separation agreement dated March 16, 2026, filed via 8-K on March 20, 2026. The agreement includes a severance cash payment of $45,833.32 (two months' base salary, payable starting March 31, 2026) and acceleration of 82,539 restricted stock units (RSUs) granted April 30, 2025, to be settled in shares of common stock within 60 days of the release becoming effective. All other unvested equity awards held by Phadke were forfeited.
- ·RSUs originally scheduled to vest on April 30, 2026
- ·Shares issuable under Form S-8 Registration Statement (File No. 333-291057)
- ·Separation Date: February 25, 2026
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