US Executive Officer Management Changes SEC — September 09, 2026

USA Executive & Director Changes

By Gunpowder Editorial ·

26 high priority 26 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

The September 9, 2026 batch of 26 filings reveals a pronounced wave of board refreshment and C-suite succession across US-listed companies, with 18 new filings and 8 context items. Key themes include strategic board appointments (Amazon, Teleflex, AT&T, Ball, BJ's), CFO transitions (Lyft, Fortune Brands, Cornerstone, CME), and leadership restructuring (Coronado, Essential Properties, electroCore).

Notable forward-looking catalysts include Genuine Parts' planned separation (Q1 2027), Rallybio's merger with Avenzo, and Century Therapeutics' IND submission for CNTY-813 (Q4 2026). While most changes are neutral-to-positive, several carry transition risk, particularly the departure of Essential Properties' CIO and the part-time CFO transition at Rallybio. Insider activity is limited, but the RSU grant to AEye's CFO and the performance-based awards to Fortune Brands' new CFO signal retention incentives. Overall, the digest points to a market favoring companies with strong governance refreshment and clear strategic direction, while flagging execution risks in transitional periods.

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Filing types in this digest: 8-K

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Investment Signals (12)

  • Separation into GPC (Automotive) and Motion (Industrial) on track for Q1 2027, with investor days Dec 8-9, 2026 to detail growth plans; CEO-elect and board leadership named, signaling strategic clarity

  • Lyft (BULLISH)

    New CFO Michael Brous effective Sept 28, 2026, with Q3 guidance reaffirmed; outgoing CFO achieved GAAP profitability and $2B+ free cash flow, indicating strong financial foundation

  • Meg Whitman appointed Executive Chair, bringing turnaround expertise (HP) and AI focus; board expanded to 11, signaling strategic acceleration

  • New CFO Peter Clifford brings 30+ years experience; inducement awards (130K RSUs + 65K options) align with stock performance, signaling confidence in growth

  • CME Group (BULLISH)

    CFO succession planned for March 2027 (Tobin to CFO), with internal promotions ensuring continuity; current CFO becomes CEO, indicating strong bench strength

  • Group COO terminated by redundancy, role split into two interim COOs; transition risk but restructuring aims to improve asset-level performance

  • CEO contract extended ~4 years, COO promoted to President, but CIO departure and new hire from W.P. Carey create transition risk

  • Rallybio (BEARISH)

    CFO moves to part-time with reduced pay ahead of Avenzo merger; cost-saving signal but leadership uncertainty during integration

  • Director Dolores Ennico received 22.9% vote against, indicating shareholder dissent; auditor and say-on-pay passed overwhelmingly

  • 16% opposition to incentive plan approval and high broker non-votes suggest governance concerns

  • New CEO Stephen Bye (ex-Ookla) brings subscription growth expertise; no financial data, but leadership change could drive turnaround

  • AEye (BULLISH)

    CFO granted 100K RSUs vesting Nov 15, 2026, tied to commercial progress with Lunar Outpost; incentive aligns with near-term milestones

Risk Flags (8)

Opportunities (8)

  • Genuine Parts (OPPORTUNITY)

    Separation into two public companies could unlock value; investor days Dec 8-9, 2026 provide catalysts

  • Lyft (OPPORTUNITY)

    New CFO with operational experience (micromobility) may drive efficiency; Q3 guidance reaffirmed, watch for Q3 earnings

  • Century Therapeutics (OPPORTUNITY)

    IND submission for CNTY-813 in Q4 2026 and CNTY-308 entering clinic in 2026; pipeline progress could drive upside

  • Albertsons (OPPORTUNITY)

    Meg Whitman's AI and turnaround expertise could accelerate growth; watch for strategic initiatives

  • Fortune Brands (OPPORTUNITY)

    New CFO with strong track record (Filtration Group) and performance-based incentives; potential for improved financial execution

  • CME Group (OPPORTUNITY)

    Planned CFO succession in March 2027 ensures stability; current CFO's move to CEO may signal strategic focus

  • WW International (OPPORTUNITY)

    New CEO with subscription growth background (Ookla) could revitalize Weight Watchers; watch for strategic plan

  • AEye (OPPORTUNITY)

    CFO RSU vesting tied to commercial milestones with Lunar Outpost; potential for contract announcements

Sector Themes (5)

  • Board Refreshment Across Sectors

    10+ companies added new directors with diverse expertise (cybersecurity, medtech, consumer, finance), reflecting a trend toward strengthening governance and strategic oversight.

  • CFO Succession Planning

    Multiple CFO transitions (Lyft, Fortune Brands, Cornerstone, CME) highlight a focus on financial leadership continuity and operational expertise.

  • Leadership Restructuring for Growth

    Companies like Coronado, Essential Properties, and electroCore are restructuring leadership to align with strategic goals, though interim roles introduce short-term uncertainty.

  • M&A-Driven Leadership Changes

    Rallybio's CFO transition ahead of Avenzo merger and Genuine Parts' separation indicate leadership alignment with corporate transactions.

  • Governance Scrutiny

    Vote against directors (RBC Bearings) and incentive plan opposition (OS Therapies) suggest investors are increasingly monitoring governance and compensation practices.

Watch List (8)

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    Investor days Dec 8-9, 2026 to detail separation plans; watch for Form 10 effectiveness

  • Lyft (WATCH)
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    Q3 2026 earnings (late Oct/early Nov) to assess new CFO impact and guidance

  • IND submission for CNTY-813 expected Q4 2026; watch for clinical updates

  • Rallybio (WATCH)
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    Merger with Avenzo closing; CFO transition effective Sept 15, 2026

  • New CIO Craig Vachris integration; watch for investment strategy updates

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    Interim COOs appointed; watch for permanent appointments and operational performance

  • CME Group (WATCH)
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    CFO transition in March 2027; watch for any changes in financial strategy

  • AEye (WATCH)
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    RSU vesting Nov 15, 2026; watch for Lunar Outpost contract announcements

Filing Analyses (26)
AMAZON COM INC 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

Amazon elected Kevin R. Mandia, a cybersecurity veteran and former CEO of Mandiant, to its Board of Directors on September 8, 2026. He was also appointed to the Audit and Security Committees. In connection with his election, he received a restricted stock unit award of 4,086 shares vesting over three years. Additionally, the filing discloses that Kristin Mandia, the sister-in-law of Mr. Mandia, is an Amazon employee with an annual salary of $185,000 and a 103-share RSU award, with compensation stated as consistent with peers.

  • · Kevin Mandia served as CEO of Mandiant from June 2016 to July 2024 and as a director from February 2016 to September 2022.
  • · Mandiant was acquired by Google LLC in September 2022.
  • · Kevin Mandia co-founded Ballistic Ventures and has been a General Partner since June 2024.
  • · He founded Armadin, Inc. in September 2025 and serves as its CEO.
  • · The RSU award for Kevin Mandia vests in three equal annual installments beginning November 15, 2027.
  • · Kristin Mandia's RSU award vests over 1.9 years.
  • · The indemnification agreement for directors was filed as an exhibit to Amendment No. 1 to the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-1 (Registration No. 333-23795), filed April 21, 1997.
ZIONS BANCORPORATION, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION /UT/ 8-K neutral materiality 2/10

09-09-2026

Zions Bancorporation announced that Brian Stringham (age 51) will succeed Jason Arbuckle as Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller, effective September 7, 2026, becoming the principal accounting officer. Arbuckle will transition to Senior Director of Corporate Finance and Transformation. The filing contains no financial data or performance metrics.

  • · Brian Stringham joined the Bank in 2003 and served as Assistant Corporate Controller and Director of External Financial Reporting since 2020.
  • · Stringham previously oversaw accounting and reporting of the Bank's credit and lending activities.
  • · No family relationships, arrangements, or reportable transactions involving Stringham were disclosed.
  • · Stringham will participate in compensation and benefit plans generally available to similarly situated executive officers.
Coronado Global Resources Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

Coronado Global Resources Inc. terminated Group COO Craig Manz by reason of redundancy, effective November 13, 2026, and restructured the role into two separate interim COO positions for the U.S. and Australia. Brett Holbrook (Interim COO, U.S.) will receive an annual base salary of US$416,000, while Shaun Newberry (Interim COO, Australia) will receive AU$512,569.50 per annum. The restructuring aims to align operational performance at the asset level, but the departure of a senior executive and the interim nature of the appointments introduce transitional risk.

  • · Craig Manz's employment terminated by reason of redundancy; he will remain through November 13, 2026 for transition.
  • · The Group COO role was restructured into two positions: Interim COO, U.S. and Interim COO, Australia.
  • · Brett Holbrook, age 66, has served as Head of Operations (U.S.) since August 2021 and previously as General Manager of Buchanan Mining Complex.
  • · Shaun Newberry, age 54, has served as Head of Operations (Australia) since June 2025 and previously held executive roles at Thiess Limited.
  • · Holbrook's term expires December 31, 2026, with automatic annual extensions unless notice given by September 30.
  • · Newberry's employment may be terminated by either party with three months' notice; redundancy payments follow Australian legislation.
  • · Both appointees are subject to one-year post-termination non-compete and non-solicit restrictions.
TELEFLEX INC 8-K positive materiality 4/10

09-09-2026

Teleflex appointed veteran medical technology executive Sean M. Salmon to its Board of Directors, effective September 8, 2026. Mr. Salmon brings over 30 years of experience, including more than 20 years at Medtronic where he most recently served as Executive Vice President and President of its Cardiovascular Portfolio (fiscal 2025 revenue ~$12.5B). The appointment continues the Board's refreshment, with one third of the Board refreshed in 2026 alone, and the Board now comprises nine directors, eight of whom are independent.

  • · Mr. Salmon will serve on the Growth and Operating Committee, established earlier in 2026 to support strategic transformation.
  • · Mr. Salmon holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Applied Physiology from Boston University.
  • · Since December 2025, Mr. Salmon has owned Zamboni Holdings, LLC, providing consulting and advisory services.
Avalanche Treasury Corp 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

Avalanche Treasury Corp expanded its board from three to four directors, appointing Virginia Gambale effective September 8, 2026, and adding her to the audit committee. Concurrently, Gerald Bartholomew Smith resigned from the audit committee but remains on the board. The audit committee now has two independent members, relying on the Nasdaq phase-in period, and both Gambale and Paul Grinberg entered into director services agreements.

  • · Virginia Gambale and Paul Grinberg entered into director services agreements (Exhibits 10.1 and 10.2) dated September 8, 2026.
  • · Gambale and Grinberg will receive compensation per the company's director compensation policy and reimbursement for reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses.
  • · The company's standard form of indemnification agreement was previously filed as Exhibit 10.15 to the Form 8-K filed on June 17, 2026.
  • · The audit committee's two independent members are permitted during the phase-in period under Nasdaq Rule 5615(b)(1)(B).
Albertsons Companies, Inc. 8-K positive materiality 6/10

09-09-2026

Albertsons Companies, Inc. appointed Meg Whitman as Executive Chair, a newly created role, and Kim Fennebresque transitioned to Lead Independent Director. The board expanded from 10 to 11 members. Whitman brings over 40 years of experience from eBay, HP, and other leadership roles to support CEO Susan Morris in accelerating strategy, AI adoption, and profitable growth.

  • · Whitman served as U.S. Ambassador to Kenya from July 2022 to November 2024.
  • · Whitman was CEO of Quibi from March 2018 to February 2021.
  • · Whitman engineered the turnaround of HP starting in September 2011.
  • · Albertsons operates across 35 states and the District of Columbia under 22 banners.
  • · In 2025, the company contributed $497M in food and financial support, including $56M through its Nourishing Neighbors Program.
NovoCure Ltd 8-K neutral materiality 2/10

09-09-2026

NovoCure Ltd announced the retirement of director Timothy Scannell from its Board of Directors, effective September 2, 2026. Mr. Scannell served for five years and his departure was not due to any disagreement with the company or its management. The filing does not include any financial results or operational metrics.

  • · Timothy Scannell's seat was formally vacated under the Company's Articles of Association.
  • · The retirement was effective September 2, 2026, while the filing was made on September 9, 2026.
Twenty One Capital, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

Twenty One Capital, Inc. appointed David J. Goldschmidt as an independent director and to its Audit Committee, effective September 8, 2026. He will receive an annual cash retainer of $150,000, an annual equity award of $150,000 in Class A stock, and an additional $20,000 per annum for Audit Committee service. The appointment is a routine governance change with no financial performance data to assess.

  • · Mr. Goldschmidt's term expires at the 2027 annual general meeting or upon earlier death, resignation, disqualification, or removal.
  • · He is restricted from serving on more than two Board committees simultaneously.
  • · The initial pro-rated equity award is 15,205 shares of Class A stock, granted under the Twenty One Capital, Inc. 2025 Stock Incentive Plan.
  • · The Company must provide director and officer liability insurance coverage within 30 days of the effective date.
GENUINE PARTS CO 8-K neutral materiality 8/10

09-09-2026

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) announced leadership teams and board leadership for its planned separation into two independent public companies: GPC (Automotive) and Motion (Industrial), targeted for completion in Q1 2027. Court Carruthers, a current board member, was appointed CEO-elect of GPC, while current Chairman and CEO Will Stengel will become Chairman and CEO of Motion. The separation remains on track, with investor days scheduled for December 8 and 9, 2026, to detail growth and value creation initiatives.

  • · The separation is subject to customary conditions, including final Board approval and effectiveness of a Form 10 registration statement.
  • · Carruthers holds a Doctor of Business Administration from Pepperdine University and is a CPA (Canada).
  • · Howard Yu previously helped lead the separation and IPO of Envista Holdings from Danaher Corporation in 2019.
  • · GPC operates over 10,800 locations across 17 countries with more than 65,000 teammates.
ESSENTIAL PROPERTIES REALTY TRUST, INC. 8-K mixed materiality 6/10

09-09-2026

Essential Properties Realty Trust announced several executive changes: CEO Pete Mavoides signed a new ~4-year contract, COO Max Jenkins was promoted to President, CFO Rob Salisbury added the role of Chief Strategy Officer, and Chief Investment Officer AJ Peil departed. Craig Vachris was appointed as the new CIO, joining from W. P. Carey. The changes reflect leadership depth and continuity, though the departure of a key executive (CIO) introduces some transition risk.

  • · Craig Vachris has over 20 years of commercial real estate and net lease experience, most recently as Chief Credit Officer at W. P. Carey.
  • · Mr. Vachris also held roles at Sovereign Investment Company, Gemini Realty Advisors, ABN AMRO, and served as a Lieutenant in the US Army Reserve.
  • · He holds a BA from Brown University and a Masters in Real Estate Finance from New York University.
  • · As of June 30, 2026, the portfolio was 99.6% leased with a weighted average lease term of 14.3 years and rent coverage of 3.5x.
OS Therapies Inc 8-K neutral materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

At the 2026 annual meeting held on September 9, 2026, OS Therapies stockholders approved the election of six directors, the amended and restated 2023 Incentive Compensation Plan, and the ratification of MaloneBailey, LLP as independent auditor. The director elections and plan approval received majority support, though the plan approval saw notable opposition (about 16% against) and a significant number of broker non-votes. The company remains an emerging growth company.

  • · The Amended and Restated Plan was approved with 4,515,930 votes for, 885,667 against, and 2,002,913 abstentions, with 18,655,392 broker non-votes.
  • · The ratification of MaloneBailey, LLP as independent auditor was approved with 25,689,179 votes for, 340,644 against, and 30,079 abstentions.
  • · All six director nominees were elected with votes ranging from 7,110,791 to 7,336,925 in favor, with broker non-votes of 18,655,389 for each.
  • · The company's principal executive offices are located at 115 Pullman Crossing Road, Suite 103, Grasonville, Maryland 21638.
RBC Bearings INC 8-K mixed materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

RBC Bearings held its annual meeting on September 3, 2026, where stockholders elected all director nominees, ratified Ernst & Young as auditor for FY2027, and approved executive compensation on an advisory basis. Director Frederick J. Elmy retired from the board effective the same date. Notably, Class III director nominee Dolores J. Ennico received a significant 22.9% vote against (6.46M shares), indicating notable shareholder dissent.

  • · Auditor ratification passed overwhelmingly with 97.6% of votes cast in favor.
  • · Say-on-pay advisory vote passed with 95.8% of votes cast in favor.
  • · Director Frederick J. Elmy retired from the board on September 3, 2026.
  • · The meeting was held on September 3, 2026, and the 8-K was filed on September 9, 2026.
Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. 8-K positive materiality 6/10

09-09-2026

Fortune Brands Innovations appointed Peter G. Clifford as EVP and CFO, effective September 21, 2026, bringing over 30 years of finance leadership experience. As an inducement, Clifford will receive a performance-based RSU award for 130,000 shares and a stock option award for 65,000 shares. Ashley George, who served as Interim CFO, will return to her role as SVP, Finance.

  • · Clifford served as CFO for Filtration Group Corporation from February 2025 to August 2026.
  • · The Performance Award vests 50% on third anniversary and 50% on fourth anniversary, subject to stock price performance goals.
  • · The Option Award vests in three equal installments on first three anniversaries.
  • · Any shares received must be retained during employment; post-termination, at least 50% must be held for one year.
  • · Awards are granted outside the 2022 Long-Term Incentive Plan as inducement under NYSE Rule 303A.08.
Century Therapeutics, Inc. 8-K positive materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

Century Therapeutics appointed Joseph Truitt to its Board of Directors. The company also provided updates on its pipeline: CNTY-813 remains on track for an IND submission in Q4 2026, and CNTY-308 is anticipated to enter the clinic in 2026. No financial results or negative performance metrics were disclosed.

  • · Joseph Truitt currently serves as CEO and board member of iECURE, Inc., chairman of Larimar Therapeutics, and board member of Code Biotherapeutics.
  • · Truitt previously led BioSpecifics Technologies until its acquisition by Endo International in December 2020, and held senior roles at Achillion Pharmaceuticals before its acquisition by Alexion Pharmaceuticals in January 2020.
  • · Truitt served as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps and holds an MBA from Saint Joseph's University and a BS from La Salle University.
  • · CNTY-813 is an iPSC-derived islet replacement therapy for type 1 diabetes (T1D).
  • · CNTY-308 is a CD19-targeted CD4+/CD8+ αβ CAR-iT cell therapy for B-cell-mediated diseases.
  • · Both programs are engineered with Century's Allo-Evasion™ 5.0 platform.
Joby Aviation, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

Joby Aviation appointed Sergey Novikov as Principal Accounting Officer effective September 2, 2026. Novikov, 57, has served as the Company's Controller since June 2021 and previously acted as interim principal accounting officer from December 2024 to May 2025. His compensation and arrangements remain unchanged from prior to the promotion.

  • · Novikov is a licensed CPA in California and began his career at Price Waterhouse.
  • · He served as Sr. Director, Americas Controller at Varian Medical Systems from June 2018 to June 2021.
  • · The Company will enter into its standard indemnification agreement with Novikov.
  • · No family relationships or reportable transactions exist between Novikov and company directors or officers.
BJs RESTAURANTS INC 8-K positive materiality 4/10

09-09-2026

BJ's Restaurants, Inc. appointed Christopher W. Brandt and James D. White as independent directors to its Board, effective September 3, 2026, expanding the board to ten members. Mr. Brandt brings extensive brand and marketing experience from Chipotle Mexican Grill, Bloomin' Brands, and Taco Bell, while Mr. White contributes public company directorship and CEO experience from Jamba Juice and other firms. The appointments are intended to strengthen the board's expertise in brand marketing and operational leadership to support long-term growth.

  • · Mr. Brandt will serve on the Governance and Nominating Committee; Mr. White will serve on the Compensation Committee.
  • · Mr. Brandt was President, Chief Brand Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer at Chipotle Mexican Grill from 2018 to 2026.
  • · Mr. White co-founded JDWhite Design Labs in 2020, advising CEOs on organizational purpose and design.
  • · BJ's has earned over 270 brewing medals since 1996, including the 2025 Questex Vibe Vista Award for Best Beer Program and top rankings at the 2026 World Beer Cup and North American Beer Awards.
Rallybio Corp 8-K mixed materiality 6/10

09-09-2026

Rallybio Corp announced that CFO Jonathan Lieber will transition to part-time employment effective September 15, 2026, with a reduced base salary of $420,000 and no annual bonus for 2026 or later years. His employment will terminate upon the closing of Rallybio's pending business combination with Avenzo Therapeutics, Inc., unless earlier terminated. The move signals cost-saving measures ahead of the merger, but also indicates a leadership transition that may create uncertainty during the integration period.

  • · CFO Jonathan Lieber will remain CFO and Principal Financial Officer with same duties and authority despite part-time status.
  • · The employment side letter was signed on September 8, 2026, effective September 15, 2026.
  • · Lieber's employment terminates upon closing of the pending business combination with Avenzo Therapeutics, Inc., per the Agreement and Plan of Merger and Reorganization dated May 31, 2026.
  • · Upon termination, Lieber is entitled to severance payments per his February 1, 2023 Employment Agreement and the Second Amendment (filed as Exhibit 10.24 to the 2023 10-K and Exhibit 10.8 to the June 1, 2026 8-K).
  • · The company is an emerging growth company and has not elected to use the extended transition period for new accounting standards.
AT&T INC. 8-K neutral materiality 2/10

09-09-2026

AT&T Inc. announced that its Board of Directors increased the size of the Board from 10 to 11 members and elected Fazal F. Merchant as a new independent Director, effective September 8, 2026. Mr. Merchant will serve on the Audit and Corporate Development and Finance Committees and will participate in the standard non-employee director compensation program. This filing is a routine governance update with no financial results or period-over-period comparisons.

  • · Board size increased from 10 to 11 members effective September 8, 2026.
  • · Fazal F. Merchant was appointed to the Audit Committee and the Corporate Development and Finance Committee.
  • · Mr. Merchant is deemed independent under NYSE standards.
  • · No financial results, revenue, or earnings data are included in this filing.
Lyft, Inc. 8-K positive materiality 7/10

09-09-2026

Lyft announced the appointment of Michael Brous as CFO effective September 28, 2026, succeeding Erin Brewer who will retire and remain as an advisor through December 15, 2026. The company reaffirmed its Q3 2026 guidance for Gross Bookings, Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA margin. Under Brewer's tenure, Lyft achieved GAAP profitability and generated over $2 billion in free cash flow, while Brous brings extensive operational experience from leading Lyft's micromobility division.

  • · Michael Brous has been at Lyft for nearly eight years, joining through the 2018 acquisition of Motivate.
  • · Brous previously served as Head of Lyft Urban Solutions and Safety and Customer Care.
  • · Under Brous, LUS secured renewals for key markets including London and San Francisco and oversaw the planned acquisition of Serveo's bikeshare business in Spain.
  • · Erin Brewer joined Lyft in 2023 and led the company to GAAP profitability.
  • · Lyft expects to report Q3 2026 earnings in November 2026.
WW INTERNATIONAL, INC. 8-K positive materiality 6/10

09-09-2026

WW International, Inc. (Weight Watchers) announced the appointment of Stephen Bye as President, CEO, and Board member, effective fall 2026. Bye, former CEO of Ookla, brings a track record of growing subscription revenue, improving operational efficiency, and creating shareholder value. The filing contains no financial results or period-over-period comparisons, so no balanced quantitative assessment is possible.

  • · Bye has more than 30 years of leadership experience.
  • · He previously served as EVP and Chief Commercial Officer of DISH Network's wireless business.
  • · He was CTO of Sprint, overseeing nationwide network deployment.
  • · The Board conducted an extensive search and unanimously supports Bye's appointment.
  • · Weight Watchers describes itself as the 'No. 1 U.S. doctor-recommended weight-loss program'.
BALL Corp 8-K positive materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

Ball Corporation appointed Darlene J. Nicosia (CEO of Maker's Pride) and Sherry L. Buck (former CFO of W.L. Gore & Associates) to its board of directors, effective September 9, 2026. Nicosia brings over 30 years of operational experience in food and beverage, while Buck adds extensive financial and industrial expertise. The appointments strengthen the board's capabilities in manufacturing, procurement, and finance as the company pursues operational performance and profitable growth.

  • · Nicosia will serve on the Nominating/Corporate Governance Committee and Finance Committee.
  • · Buck will serve on the Audit Committee and Finance Committee.
  • · Nicosia previously served on the Board of Foot Locker, Inc. from 2020 to 2025 and was Chair of the Audit Committee.
  • · Buck also serves on the Board of Lennox International, Inc. and is Chair of the Audit Committee.
  • · Ball Corporation reported 2025 net sales of $13.16 billion.
electroCore, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

electroCore, Inc. appointed Joshua Lev and Mike Fox as Co-Chief Executive Officers and members of the Board of Directors, effective September 8, 2026. The co-CEO structure combines Lev's strategic and financial expertise with Fox's commercial leadership. The filing does not include any financial results or period-over-period comparisons, so no quantitative performance data is available.

  • · Joshua Lev has been with the company since 2020, most recently as Interim President and CFO.
  • · Mike Fox joined electroCore in April 2026 as COO.
  • · Lev will retain CFO responsibilities including strategy, accounting, financial planning, investor relations, R&D, product development, and regulatory functions.
  • · Fox will lead sales, marketing, and new market development for both prescription and general wellness business lines.
  • · The company's prescription products include gammaCore nVNS and Quell neurostimulator; wellness products include Truvaga and TAC-STIM nVNS.
Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

Cornerstone Building Brands appointed Matthew Garth as CFO, effective September 14, 2026. Garth brings over 30 years of financial leadership experience from Dentsply Sirona, Scotts Miracle-Gro, Minerals Technologies, and Alcoa. The filing does not disclose any financial metrics or performance data, so no period-over-period comparisons are available.

  • · Matthew Garth holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Delaware and an MBA from Columbia University.
  • · Garth's previous roles include Executive Vice President and CFO at Dentsply Sirona, and Executive Vice President, CFO and Chief Administrative Officer at Scotts Miracle-Gro.
  • · Cornerstone Building Brands has approximately 19,400 team members across North America.
CME GROUP INC. 8-K neutral materiality 5/10

09-09-2026

CME Group announced senior leadership appointments in its finance and legal divisions. Jack Tobin, currently Chief Accounting Officer, will become CFO in March 2027, with Matthew Render succeeding him as CAO. John Marchese has been promoted to General Counsel, succeeding Jonathan Marcus. The changes reflect planned succession as current President & CFO Lynne Fitzpatrick becomes CEO.

  • · Jack Tobin has been with CME Group since 2002 and has over 35 years of financial experience.
  • · John Marchese joined CME Group in 2011 and has been Managing Director & Associate General Counsel, Litigation & IT since 2024.
  • · Matthew Render joined CME Group as Deputy Chief Accounting Officer in August 2026.
  • · Jonathan Marcus has served as General Counsel since 2022 and is stepping down later this month.
  • · Tobin will become Deputy CFO in November 2026 before assuming the CFO role in March 2027.
NEW YORK TIMES CO 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

The New York Times Company announced that Jacqueline Welch will step down as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 1, 2027. She will be eligible for severance benefits under the company's Executive Severance Plan and will receive payments under long-term performance awards due to meeting retirement requirements. No financial figures or period-over-period comparisons are provided in this filing.

  • · Separation effective date: January 1, 2027
  • · Severance benefits under The New York Times Company Executive Severance Plan, subject to execution of a general release and compliance with restrictive covenants
  • · Ms. Welch satisfied age and service requirements for 'Retirement' under long-term performance awards granted pursuant to The New York Times Company 2020 Incentive Compensation Plan
AEye, Inc. 8-K neutral materiality 3/10

09-09-2026

AEye, Inc. granted a one-time award of 100,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) to CFO Conor Tierney on September 2, 2026, recognizing his contributions to the company's commercial engagement with Lunar Outpost, Inc. and building the commercial pipeline. The RSU Award vests in full on November 15, 2026, subject to continued service, and will be settled in shares of common stock. No financial results or period-over-period comparisons were provided in this filing.

  • · The RSU Award was granted under AEye's 2021 Equity Incentive Plan.
  • · Each vested RSU will be settled in one share of AEye's common stock.
  • · The filing date is September 9, 2026, with the event date of September 2, 2026.

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