Executive Summary
Across 43 filings on USA executive and director changes from March 26, 2026, the dominant theme is leadership transitions with 22 appointments (experienced hires in energy, tech, banking) versus 18 resignations/departures, mostly neutral sentiment but positive on strategic hires like Vitesse Energy's new CEO and Bloom Energy's CFO. Period-over-period data limited but notable: Interlink Electronics Q4 2025 revenue -4.5% YoY to $2.853M, gross margin -790 bps to 31.7%, though FY revenue +1.8% to $11.89M with net loss improved -19% to -$1.615M. No widespread insider trading or capital allocation shifts, but compensation enhancements (e.g., Meritage Homes CEO target $4M cash +$6M equity, Alight TVR awards up to 8.25M shares) signal retention focus. Positive hires boost conviction in growth sectors like AI/energy (Bloom, 3D Systems), while sudden CFO exits (RetinalGenix, MetroCity) flag risks. Portfolio implication: Monitor energy/utilities (6 filings) for stability, tech/biotech (12 filings) for innovation acceleration; overall neutral-to-positive for long-term value via succession planning.
Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior US Executive Officer Management Changes SEC digest from March 25, 2026.
Investment Signals(12)
- Vitesse Energy↓(BULLISH)▲
Appointment of Jamie Benard as CEO effective May 1, 2026 with 20+ years energy exp, positive sentiment 9/10 materiality, succession from interim
- Tetra Tech↓(BULLISH)▲
Eric Thornburg appointed director effective Mar 30, 2026, 40+ years water utilities exp aligning with water market focus, positive sentiment
- Bloom Energy↓(BULLISH)▲
Simon Edwards as CFO effective Apr 13, 2026, 20 years scaling tech incl AI infra from Groq/ServiceMax, positive 8/10 materiality
- 3D Systems↓(BULLISH)▲
Phyllis Nordstrom promoted permanent CFO effective Mar 23, 2026 after interim, 25+ years finance exp, positive sentiment 8/10
- Seacoast Banking↓(BULLISH)▲
3 new independent directors (Griffin, Kay, Moore) Mar 26, 2026 with CRE/tech/legal exp, $20.8B assets, positive 7/10
- Incyte Corp↓(BULLISH)▲
New R&D President Cagnoni, CMO Stein, US Commercial Head Issa driving mutCALR/povorcitinib pipeline, positive 7/10 despite dermatology departure
- Flywire↓(BULLISH)▲
Christine Katziff ex-BofA Chief Audit to board/Audit Committee Mar 26, 2026, 38 years risk mgmt/AI exp for scaling, positive
- Marquie Group↓(BULLISH)▲
New CFO Scott Carlston, CEO Kelly Kirchhoff ahead OTCQB uplist, strong Stand-By Golf retention, positive 7/10
- Interlink Electronics↓(BULLISH)▲
FY2025 revenue +1.8% YoY to $11.89M, net loss -19% to -$1.615M despite Q4 -4.5%/-790bps margins, added 2 Sr BD Directors Jan 2026
- Meritage Homes↓(BULLISH)▲
CEO Lord target comp up to $10M ($4M cash+$6M equity eff Jan1 2026), 50/50 time/perf RSUs on ROE/TSR, neutral but retention signal
- Geron Corp↓(BULLISH)▲
New Class III directors Andrews/Chinoporos Mar25, positive sentiment
- Eos Energy↓(BULLISH)▲
Nathaniel Fick independent director Mar24, nat sec/cyber/AI exp from Cerberus/Ambassador, positive
Risk Flags(9)
- RetinalGenix / CFO Resignation↓[HIGH RISK]▼
Michael Zwerling CFO resigned immediately Mar22 no reason/successor, negative sentiment 8/10 materiality, financial reporting uncertainty
- Apimeds Pharma / Director Dispute↓[HIGH RISK]▼
Inscobee breach of merger, void director removal via 6.4M proxy shares, Delaware Chancery suit/TRO planned, negative 9/10
- MetroCity Bankshares / CFO Exit↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
Lucas Stewart CFO resigns Apr3 no successor details, interim Farid Tan (prior CFO 2019-21), neutral but 8/10 materiality
- Archrock / CFO Retirement↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
Douglas Aron SVP/CFO retires end-2026, search underway, neutral 8/10 but transition risk in energy services
- AXIS Capital / Dual Departures↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
CFO Peter Vogt out Apr1, CALO Conrad Brooks Dec31, payments under termination clauses, neutral 8/10
- Bally's Chicago / CFO Change↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
H.C. Charles Diao CFO resigns Apr1 to other opp, new Cheryl Ash pending regs, neutral 8/10 casino ops
- Flowserve / Leadership Shifts↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
Pumps Pres Duhon resigns Apr10, CAO Vopni retires Jun30, interim risks, neutral 7/10
- IDEXX Labs / EVP Departure[MEDIUM RISK]▼
Nimrata Hunt EVP departs Apr13 + advisory to Jul13, position eliminated, $2.2M+ severance, vesting ceases, neutral 7/10
- Williams Companies / Chair Resign↓[MEDIUM RISK]▼
Alan Armstrong resigns Mar23 for Senate, $2.8M equity accel vesting at $73.60/share, neutral 8/10
Opportunities(10)
- Vitesse Energy / CEO Succession↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Benard exp in non-op oil/gas interests, capital return focus, interim to May1 smooth transition
- Bloom Energy / CFO Hire↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Edwards AI/power exp amid data center demand, onsite fuel cells growth catalyst Apr13
- 3D Systems / CFO Promotion↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Nordstrom financial discipline post-interim, additive mfg in AI/aero/med, 40yr legacy
- Incyte / R&D Leadership↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Cagnoni/Stein/Issa pipeline accel (CKD2/KRAS), integration oncology/immuno units
- Seacoast Banking / Board Refresh↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
3 new dirs align strategic priorities, $20.8B assets post-branch acquisition/system conv 2026
- Interlink / Sensor Growth↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Custom AV/robotics volume prod, FY rev +1.8% despite Q4 dip, 2 new BD dirs NA/EU
- Bridger Aerospace / GC Addition↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Mogford M&A/financing exp strengthens team for aerial firefighting expansion
- Meritage Homes / Exec Comp↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Lord/Sferruzza raises to $10M/$2.5M targets, ROE/TSR metrics vs peers eff Jan2026
- Alight / TVR Awards↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Verma 7M/Felli 1.25M PSUs vest on VWAP milestones to 2030/$4.50, 12mo hold
- SkyWater / IonQ Transaction↓(OPPORTUNITY)◆
Pending deal details in proxy, forward-looking catalysts Mar20 event
Sector Themes(6)
- Energy/Utilities Leadership Stability◆
7/43 filings (Vitesse, Constellation, Bloom, Archrock, Williams) show CEO/CFO/chair changes, mostly planned/positive hires, implying sector maturation amid AI power demand vs erratic oil/gas transitions
- Banking/Finance Board Expansions◆
6 filings (Middlesex, Farmer Mac, Auburn, Seacoast, CF Bankshares, MetroCity) with dir/CAO adds amid retirements, $1B-$20B assets, focus regulated accounting/CRE/tech skills for rate cases/deposits
- Tech/Additive/AI Hires Accelerate◆
8 filings (3D Systems, SkyWater, Flywire, Interlink, Eos, BridgeBio, Nauticus, Franklin Wireless) positive on CFO/GC/dir with AI/cyber/scale exp, Interlink FY rev +1.8% signals sensor/AV growth
- CFO Turnover High Across Sectors◆
12/43 (RetinalGenix, Bally's, Archrock, 3D Systems promote, MetroCity, AXIS, Flowserve interim, etc.), 50% sudden/neutral, risks reporting delays but opps for fresh capital alloc
- Comp Enhancements for Retention◆
5 filings (Meritage $10M CEO, Alight 8.25M RSUs, Canterbury +3% salaries, Agassi 5yr $270k+RSUs, IDEXX $2.2M severance) amid departures, proration/vesting accel (Williams $2.8M) prioritizes exec alignment
- Neutral Resignations Dominate◆
70% neutral sentiment on 25+ exits 'other opps/personal/no disagreement', low disruption but watch clusters (e.g., Macy's 3 dirs out May15)
Watch List(8)
Interim Brian Cree to Jamie Benard May1 2026, monitor execution in capital returns [May 1, 2026]
3 dirs (Clark/Sesler/Zhen) not re-electing, board to 10 members May15 [May 15, 2026]
New $4-6M CEO targets eff Jan1 2026, ROE/TSR perf vs peers Q1 earnings [Q1 2026 Earnings]
Delaware Chancery §225 suit/TRO on dir removal, merger consummation [Immediate - Mar/Apr 2026]
Douglas Aron retire end-2026, successor announcement [End 2026]
Scott Vopni out Jun30, interim CFO Schwetz if needed [Jun 30, 2026]
Tamsons/Kramer out, Palmer/Simonelli noms, proxy details [2026 AGM]
Pending transaction proxy/registration review for risks/interests [Q2 2026]
Filing Analyses(43)
26-03-2026
Vitesse Energy, Inc. announced the appointment of Jamie Benard as President and Chief Executive Officer effective May 1, 2026, following Bob Gerrity's immediate resignation as CEO and Chairman of the Board. Dan O’Leary, Lead Independent Director, will assume the Chairman role, while Brian Cree, current President, will serve as Interim CEO until May 1, 2026, before transitioning to a senior advisory role through December 31, 2026. The changes stem from a thorough succession planning process aimed at ensuring continued strategic execution and long-term value for stockholders.
- ·Jamie Benard brings more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, most recently as President of SOGC, LLC, and previously as President and COO at Summit Discovery Resources LLC.
- ·Vitesse Energy focuses on returning capital to stockholders through non-operating financial interests in oil and gas wells drilled by leading U.S. operators.
26-03-2026
On March 23, 2026, Alan Armstrong notified and resigned from the Board of Directors of Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG), with the resignation effective immediately. No reason for the resignation was disclosed in the filing. The 8-K was filed on March 26, 2026, under Items 5.02 and 9.01.
26-03-2026
Tetra Tech, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTEK) announced the appointment of Eric W. Thornburg, recently retired CEO of H20 America, to its Board of Directors effective March 30, 2026; he will serve on the Compensation Committee and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Thornburg brings over 40 years of experience in water utilities, including leadership at H20 America (serving 1.6 million people), Connecticut Water Service, and American Water Works. Tetra Tech, with more than 25,000 employees, highlighted his expertise in operational excellence and water infrastructure as beneficial to its water market focus.
- ·Thornburg holds a B.A. in Biology and Business from Cornell University and an M.B.A. from Indiana Wesleyan University.
- ·Investor Relations contact: Jim Wu; Media & Public Relations: Charlie MacPherson at (626) 470-2844.
26-03-2026
Middlesex Water Company (NASDAQ: MSEX) appointed Tatyana Kaplan as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer effective March 26, 2026, bringing expertise from Veolia North America, Prudential Financial, Inc., and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. Nadine Leslie, Chair, President, and CEO, highlighted Kaplan's skills in regulated utility accounting and rate case strategy. Concurrently, Robert J. Capko departed from the Principal Accounting Officer role but remains as Corporate Controller.
- ·Middlesex Water Company established in 1897 and serves more than half a million people in New Jersey and Delaware.
- ·Tatyana Kaplan is a Certified Public Accountant with a BS in Finance and MS in Accounting from Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University.
26-03-2026
Gregory N. Ramsey, Vice President – Chief Accounting Officer (principal accounting officer) of Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farmer Mac), notified the company of his retirement effective April 8, 2026, with no disagreement on accounting policies, procedures, or operations. Matthew M. Pullins, Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will serve as interim principal accounting officer effective the same date.
- ·Notification date: March 24, 2026
- ·Filing date: March 26, 2026
- ·Securities listed: Class A voting common stock (AGM.A), Class C non-voting common stock (AGM), Series D, E, F, G, H Preferred Stocks (AGM.PRD, PRE, PRF, PRG, PRH)
26-03-2026
On March 25, 2026, Macy's, Inc. directors Richard Clark, Douglas W. Sesler, and Tracey Zhen notified the Board of their intention not to stand for re-election at the annual shareholder meeting on May 15, 2026, with no disputes regarding company operations, policies, or practices. The Board approved reducing its size from 13 to 10 members effective at the 2026 Annual Meeting to enhance efficiency, performance, and alignment with strategic focus.
- ·Filing dated March 26, 2026
- ·Annual meeting scheduled for May 15, 2026
26-03-2026
On March 23, 2026, Clarivate Plc's Board of Directors, upon recommendation of the Human Resources and Compensation Committee, approved the Amended and Restated Executive Severance Plan, effective the same date, which now includes the CEO as an eligible participant and adds severance eligibility for 'good reason' terminations in connection with a change in control. Key changes include full vesting of pre-April 1, 2027 RSUs over 18 months and prorated vesting for later RSUs upon non-CIC qualifying terminations, with full vesting of all RSUs upon CIC qualifying terminations. The plan maintains substantially similar terms to the Original ESP adopted June 30, 2021.
- ·Plan filed as Exhibit 10.1
- ·RSUs vesting on performance metrics vest at HRCC-determined level upon CIC qualifying termination
26-03-2026
On March 20, 2026, H.C. Charles Diao notified Bally’s Chicago, Inc. of his resignation as Chief Financial Officer effective April 1, 2026, to pursue another professional opportunity, with no disagreements on operations, policies, or practices, and no separation agreement. On March 26, 2026, Cheryl R. Ash, age 46, was appointed as the new CFO subject to regulatory approvals; she has over 18 years of experience in the casino-hospitality industry and currently serves as Senior Vice President, Finance, Casinos and Resorts at parent Bally’s Corporation. Ms. Ash’s existing employment agreement provides an annual base salary of $328,214 and a target bonus of 75% of base salary, with no immediate changes anticipated.
- ·H.C. Charles Diao also resigning as Senior Vice President and Treasurer of Bally’s Corporation.
- ·No family relationships between Cheryl R. Ash and any director or executive officer of the Company.
- ·Cheryl R. Ash has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
- ·Cheryl R. Ash holds a Master of Business Administration from Louisiana State University Shreveport and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
- ·Appointment of Cheryl R. Ash subject to customary regulatory approvals; future equity grants and potential new employment agreement to be determined.
26-03-2026
John Symington informed Nauticus Robotics, Inc. on March 23, 2026, of his resignation as General Counsel and Secretary, effective March 27, 2026, to return to private practice of law. He has agreed to provide transitional services as external counsel for at least one month. The 8-K was filed on March 26, 2026, and signed by Jimena Begaries, Interim Chief Financial Officer.
- ·Company is an emerging growth company.
- ·Securities: Common Stock (KITT), Warrants (KITTW) on Nasdaq.
26-03-2026
On March 23, 2026, the Executive Compensation Committee of Meritage Homes Corporation approved increases in target annual cash incentive compensation and equity awards effective January 1, 2026, for CEO Phillippe Lord ($4M cash, $6M equity), EVP & CFO Hilla Sferruzza ($1.6M cash), EVP & General Counsel Malissia Clinton ($756K cash), and EVP & Chief People Officer Javier Feliciano ($412K cash, $901.25K equity), while compensation for Executive Chairman Steven J. Hilton and EVP Austin Woffinden remains unchanged. Equity awards are split approximately 50% time-based restricted stock units and 50% performance-based shares measured by adjusted return on equity (70% weight) and three-year relative total shareholder return vs. peers (30% weight). This reflects routine executive compensation adjustments with no changes for two senior executives.
26-03-2026
CNH Industrial N.V. announced that current directors Ms. Asa Tamsons and Mr. Richard J. Kramer notified the Board on March 24, 2026, that they will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Stockholders Meeting, with their terms ending at its conclusion. Their decisions are not due to any disagreements with the company's operations, policies, or practices. The company nominated Mr. Richard Palmer and Mr. Lorenzo Simonelli as replacements and thanked the outgoing directors for their service.
- ·Further details to be discussed in the Proxy Statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting.
- ·Nominations based on recommendation of the Governance and Sustainability Committee.
26-03-2026
Interlink Electronics reported Q4 2025 revenue of $2,853 thousand, down 4.5% YoY from $2,986 thousand, with gross margin declining to 31.7% from 39.6% amid product mix shifts and currency impacts, resulting in a net loss of $574 thousand versus $413 thousand prior year. Full-year 2025 revenue edged up 1.8% to $11,890 thousand from $11,679 thousand, though gross margin slipped to 38.9% from 41.5%, and net loss improved to $1,615 thousand from $1,984 thousand. Highlights include volume production of custom sensors for autonomous vehicles and robotic surgery, addition of two Senior Business Development Directors, and conversion of preferred stock eliminating $400 thousand in annual dividends.
- ·Cash and equivalents declined to $2,724 thousand from $2,950 thousand as of Dec 31, 2025.
- ·Inventories decreased to $1,801 thousand from $2,009 thousand.
- ·Two Senior Business Development Directors added in January 2026 to drive growth in North America and Europe.
- ·Preferred stock converted to common stock in October 2025.
26-03-2026
On March 25, 2026, the Compensation Committee of Alight, Inc.'s Board approved performance-vesting restricted stock units (TVR Awards) under the 2021 Omnibus Plan to named executive officers Rohit Verma (7,000,000 shares) and Martin Felli (1,250,000 shares), benchmarked against peers with input from Mercer. The awards vest pro-rata based on 20-day VWAP stock price milestones ranging from $1.50-$2.25 (Tranche 1, 25%) to $3.75-$4.50 (Tranche 4, 25%) anytime from April 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030, or change in control. Vested shares generally require a 12-month hold, subject to employment conditions and exceptions for death, disability, or change in control.
- ·Vesting certified quarterly based on prior quarter's 20-day VWAP performance.
- ·Pro-rata vesting within tranches if VWAP between min/max (e.g., $1.875 VWAP yields 12.5% of total award for Tranche 1).
- ·Employment required through quarter-end for vesting (exceptions for death/disability).
- ·Measurement Period ends early on change in control, using change in control price if higher.
- ·Vested shares held 12 months post-vesting (exceptions for death, disability, estate planning, change in control).
26-03-2026
On March 23, 2026, Andrew Gerber, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of Paymentus Holdings, Inc., notified the company that he will depart to pursue a position at a non-industry-related company, with his last day being April 6, 2026. The departure is explicitly not due to any disagreement with the company. No successor has been named in the filing.
- ·Filing date: March 26, 2026
- ·Date of earliest event reported: March 23, 2026
- ·Registrant details: Delaware incorporation, Commission File Number 001-40429, IRS Employer Identification No. 45-3188251
- ·Principal executive offices: 11605 North Community House Road, Suite 300, Charlotte, North Carolina 28277
- ·Class A Common Stock traded on NYSE under symbol PAY, par value $0.0001 per share
26-03-2026
Fox Factory Holding Corp. increased its board size to nine directors and appointed Douglas J. Grimm as a Class I director effective March 25, 2026, pursuant to the February 8, 2026 Cooperation Agreement with Engine Capital L.P. and affiliates. Mr. Grimm joins the Audit Committee and Transformation Committee and will be nominated for election at the 2026 annual meeting for a term expiring in 2029. He receives standard pro-rated non-employee director compensation with no other disclosable arrangements or relationships.
- ·No transactions or relationships involving Mr. Grimm required to be disclosed under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
- ·Cooperation Agreement filed as Exhibit 10.1 on February 9, 2026 (File No. 001-36040).
26-03-2026
On March 22, 2026, Michael Cory Zwerling, Chief Financial Officer of RetinalGenix Technologies Inc., resigned effective immediately, with no reason provided in the filing. The departure was disclosed in an 8-K filing on March 26, 2026, signed by CEO Jerry Katzman. No successor was announced, which may introduce uncertainty in financial reporting and leadership stability.
- ·Company address: 1450 North McDowell Boulevard, Suite 150, Petaluma, CA 94954
- ·IRS Employer Identification No.: 82-3936890
- ·Emerging growth company status: Yes, elected not to use extended transition period for new accounting standards
26-03-2026
Apimeds Pharmaceuticals US Inc. (APUS) announced a material breach of the merger agreement by Inscobee Inc. and Apimeds Inc., who filed Amendment No. 2 to Schedule 13D on March 20, 2026, purporting to remove all four sitting directors via written consent using 6,416,365 shares subject to APUS's irrevocable proxy and install three new directors. APUS deems the actions void, lacking majority without those shares, and plans an emergency filing in Delaware Court of Chancery under 8 Del. C. § 225 for invalidation and a Temporary Restraining Order. The company has engaged Korean counsel, notified the transfer agent and NYSE American, and remains committed to the merger while pursuing remedies.
- ·Stockholder Support and Lock-Up Agreement dated December 1, 2025.
- ·Proxy granted to APUS described as 'coupled with an interest' and irrevocable.
- ·Actions violate waiver of rights to impede merger consummation.
- ·Emergency action seeks declaration under 8 Del. C. § 225.
26-03-2026
On March 24, 2026, Lee Becker informed the Board of Miami International Holdings, Inc. that he does not intend to stand for reelection at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, with no disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices; he will serve until the meeting. On the same date, the Board elected Jill E. Sommers as a director to fill an existing vacancy, effective March 25, 2026, until the 2026 Annual Meeting. Ms. Sommers has no family relationships, related transactions, or arrangements influencing her election and will receive standard non-employee director compensation.
- ·Ms. Sommers has entered into an indemnification agreement with the Company (form filed as Exhibit 10.19 to Form S-1 on July 18, 2025), requiring the Company to indemnify her for certain expenses arising from her service.
- ·Filing signed on March 26, 2026.
26-03-2026
Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) announced the appointment of Simon Edwards as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 13, 2026, bringing nearly two decades of experience scaling technology companies from roles at Groq (former CEO and CFO), Conga, ServiceMax, and GE. Edwards' expertise in finance, operations, and AI infrastructure aligns with Bloom's focus on onsite power solutions amid growing power constraints for AI and digital economy. The company, headquartered in Silicon Valley, employs more than 2,000 people worldwide and manufactures solid oxide fuel cell systems in the United States.
- ·Filing date: March 26, 2026
- ·Effective appointment date: April 13, 2026
- ·Edwards holds BS in Computing for Real Time Systems from University of the West of England and MBA from Wharton School
- ·Most recent 10-K filed February 9, 2026 for year ended December 31, 2025
26-03-2026
On March 24, 2026, BridgeBio Oncology Therapeutics, Inc. increased its board size to nine directors and appointed Peter Lebowitz, M.D., Ph.D. as a Class I director, effective immediately, upon recommendation from the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Dr. Lebowitz, deemed independent, was appointed to the NCG Committee and Compensation Committee, with no related arrangements or transactions requiring disclosure. He received a one-time nonqualified stock option under the 2025 Stock Option and Incentive Plan to purchase 63,350 shares at $8.72 per share, the Nasdaq closing price that day.
- ·Dr. Lebowitz's term expires at the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders or until successor elected.
- ·Compensation per amended non-employee director policy (Exhibit 10.25 to 2025 10-K filed March 5, 2026).
- ·Entered standard indemnification agreement (Exhibit 10.26 to August 13, 2025 8-K).
26-03-2026
Auburn National Bancorporation, Inc. (Nasdaq: AUBN), parent of AuburnBank, expanded its Boards of Directors to 12 persons and elected Jeff Evans as a new director for both the Company and the Bank on March 26, 2026. Mr. Evans, 56, brings over 30 years of experience as President and CEO of Evans Realty and J&L Contractors, and was nominated for reelection at the Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 12, 2026. The Company reports total assets of approximately $1.0 billion.
- ·AuburnBank operates a loan production office in Phenix City, Alabama.
- ·AuburnBank conducts business in East Alabama, including Lee County and surrounding areas.
- ·Mr. Evans holds a bachelor’s degree in Building Science from Auburn University.
26-03-2026
3D Systems Corporation (NYSE: DDD) appointed Phyllis Nordstrom as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective March 23, 2026, following her role as Interim CFO since August 2025. She will continue as Chief Administrative Officer, reporting to President and CEO Dr. Jeffrey Graves, reflecting the company's confidence in her leadership for financial discipline and shareholder value. Ms. Nordstrom brings over 25 years of finance experience from prior roles at MTS Systems, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Target Corporation, and U.S. Bank.
- ·Ms. Nordstrom joined 3D Systems in September 2021.
- ·Company founded nearly 40 years ago by Chuck Hull, focusing on additive manufacturing for markets including medical and dental, aerospace, space and defense, transportation and motorsports, AI infrastructure, and durable goods.
- ·Investor contact: investor.relations@3dsystems.com; Media contact: press@3dsystems.com
26-03-2026
Franklin Wireless Corp. appointed Bill Bauer as Chief Operating Officer effective March 25, 2026. Bauer has served as General Counsel and Director of Strategic Planning since January 2020 and as Interim CFO from September 2022 to January 1, 2025. The appointment was made by the Board of Directors, with no details on compensation or other changes provided.
- ·Bill Bauer has over 15 years of experience in finance and executive management, including prior roles as in-house legal counsel and senior finance executive in California and Texas.
- ·Bill Bauer holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from San Diego State University and a Juris Doctorate from California Western School of Law.
- ·Bill Bauer is a member of both the California and Texas State Bars.
26-03-2026
Archrock, Inc. (NYSE: AROC) announced that Douglas S. Aron, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, intends to retire by the end of 2026 or when a successor is named, with the company engaging an executive search firm to identify a replacement. CEO Brad Childers highlighted Aron's contributions to the company's business transformation, improved balance sheet, and profitability over the past eight years. Aron expressed commitment to a smooth transition while prioritizing family time.
- ·Announcement dated March 25, 2026; SEC filing March 26, 2026.
- ·Headquartered in Houston, Texas.
- ·NYSE: AROC
26-03-2026
SkyWater Technology, Inc. (SKYT) filed an 8-K on March 26, 2026 (event dated March 20, 2026), under Items 5.02 (Director/Officer Departure/Election) and 9.01 (Financial Statements and Exhibits), disclosing information related to a pending transaction with IonQ. The filing contains forward-looking statements urging investors to review the registration statement, proxy statement/prospectus, and other SEC documents for details on IonQ, SkyWater, the transaction, and participant interests. It includes an Exhibit 104 (Cover Page Interactive Data File) and is signed by CEO Thomas J. Sonderman on March 25, 2026.
- ·SEC CIK: 0001819974
- ·Exhibits: Exhibit 104 (Cover Page Interactive Data File formatted as inline XBRL)
26-03-2026
Flowserve Corporation announced that Lamar Duhon has resigned as President of its Flowserve Pumps Division to join a privately held company, effective April 10, 2026. Matthew Klopfer, currently Vice President of Strategic Business Management for FPD, has been appointed as the new President effective April 11, 2026. Additionally, Chief Accounting Officer Scott Vopni plans to retire on June 30, 2026, prompting a search for a successor with CFO Amy Schwetz to serve as interim if needed.
- ·Matthew Klopfer served as Vice President, General Manager of Flowserve’s Industrial Pumps Business Unit from August 2023 to February 2026, where he expanded margins, improved on-time customer delivery, and implemented the 80/20 complexity reduction program.
- ·Prior to his current role, Matthew Klopfer held operational and financial leadership roles of increasing responsibility within Flowserve.
26-03-2026
Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc. appointed Justin Mogford as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary effective April 2026, replacing James Muchmore who is stepping down after serving since 2016. Mogford brings over a decade of experience from Bristow Group Inc., including roles in mergers, financings, and governance. The CEO highlighted this as strengthening the management team alongside COO Bill Andrews, CFO Anne Hayes, and EVP Strategy Rob Mauracher to support growth in aerial firefighting services.
- ·Mogford's prior experience includes strategic initiatives like mergers and acquisitions, corporate financing, aircraft leasing, bankruptcy restructuring, and expansion into advanced air mobility at Bristow Group.
- ·James Muchmore will assist in transition; served since 2016 through public company transition.
- ·Investor contacts: Tom Cook (BridgerAerospaceIR@icrinc.com), Alison Ziegler (A.Ziegler@bridgeraerospace.com); Media: Devin Johnson (406-919-5980, d.johnson@bridgeraerospace.com).
26-03-2026
Archana Vemulapalli resigned from the Board of Directors of Paycom Software, Inc., effective March 31, 2026, after notifying the Board on March 23, 2026, reducing the Board size from seven to six members. The resignation is attributed to her pursuit of other professional opportunities and is not connected to any disagreements regarding the Company's operations, policies, or practices.
- ·Form 8-K filed on March 26, 2026, reporting earliest event on March 23, 2026
26-03-2026
Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida (NASDAQ: SBCF) appointed three new independent directors—Michael E. Griffin, Kathleen B. Kay, and Randolph A. Moore, III—to the boards of both the company and its subsidiary Seacoast National Bank on March 26, 2026, as part of a proactive Q1 2026 board refresh to align with strategic priorities and prepare for future retirements. The appointees bring expertise in Florida commercial real estate, global technology/information security, and legal/corporate governance in financial services. As of December 31, 2025, Seacoast reported approximately $20.8 billion in assets and $16.3 billion in deposits.
- ·19 branches recently acquired in The Villages community and North Central Florida will operate under the name Citizens First Bank until Seacoast’s system conversion in 2026.
- ·Mr. Griffin has more than 22 years of commercial real estate experience; previously Senior VP at Vertical Integration for over eight years.
- ·Ms. Kay has been CIO at Principal Financial Group since May 2020; prior roles at Pacific Gas & Electric, SunTrust, Comerica Bank, General Motors.
- ·Mr. Moore practiced law for more than 30 years at Alston & Bird, focusing on M&A, governance, SEC compliance, financial services.
26-03-2026
Alan S. Armstrong resigned from The Williams Companies, Inc.'s Board of Directors and as Executive Board Chair effective March 23, 2026, to accept an appointment as United States Senator for Oklahoma, with Stephen W. Bergstrom elected as the new Chairman of the Board, reducing its size from 12 to 11 members. The Compensation and Management Development Committee modified Mr. Armstrong's 2024 and 2025 performance-based equity awards to accelerate vesting without financial penalty for his public service, providing proration credit for 29 and 17 months respectively. Based on a WMB stock price of $73.60 per share on March 23, 2026, and target performance, the estimated aggregate value of these modifications is $2.8 million, with forfeiture of any post-July 2026 compensation.
- ·Mr. Armstrong was a member of the Board’s Environmental, Health and Safety Committee.
- ·Vesting proration numerator set to 29 months for 2024 award and 17 months for 2025 award, covering through July 2026.
- ·All other terms of original awards (metrics, targets, performance modifiers, payment dates) unchanged.
- ·Exhibits 10.1 and 10.2: Amended 2024 and 2025 Performance-Based Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
26-03-2026
On March 25, 2026, Geron Corporation's Board elected Patricia S. Andrews and Constantine Chinoporos as Class III directors, effective immediately, with terms expiring at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Ms. Andrews was appointed to the Audit Committee. Both directors will receive standard non-employee director compensation and enter into indemnification agreements with the company.
- ·No arrangements or understandings with any other person for the elections.
- ·Indemnification agreements reference form filed as Exhibit 10.1 to 2011 Form 10-K.
- ·Company address: 919 E. Hillsdale Blvd., Suite 250, Foster City, California 94404.
26-03-2026
On March 20, 2026, Plus Therapeutics, Inc. appointed Ronald A. Andrews, an experienced diagnostics leader with over 35 years in the industry, to its Board of Directors as an independent director and to the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, filling the vacancy from Dr. Robert Lenk's resignation. Dr. Lenk's departure was not due to any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices. Andrews will receive standard non-employee director compensation as outlined in the company's July 21, 2025 proxy statement.
- ·Andrews served as President and CEO of Twin Strand Biosciences (April 2023-July 2024) and Oncocyte Inc. (July 2016-December 2022).
- ·Andrews founded The Bethesda Group (current Managing Partner) and served as President, Genetic Sciences Division at Thermo Fisher Scientific/Life Technologies (September 2013-February 2015).
- ·No arrangements or understandings regarding Andrews' appointment; no related transactions under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
- ·Andrews expected to execute standard director indemnification agreement.
26-03-2026
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. announced that Nimrata Hunt, PhD, Executive Vice President, Global Strategy and Commercial, will depart her current role effective April 13, 2026 (Separation Date), and provide advisory services until July 13, 2026 (Final Employment Date), with her position being eliminated and treated as a termination without cause. Under the separation agreement, she will receive $1,230,000 in salary continuation for 104 weeks, $984,000 in target annual bonuses for two years, a $50,000 lump-sum for 78 weeks of COBRA premiums, a $10,000 transition assistance benefit, and up to $6,000 per tax year for 2025 and 2026 tax preparation reimbursements. Vesting of her equity awards will cease on the Final Employment Date, with unvested awards forfeited.
- ·Vesting of stock option, restricted stock unit, and performance stock unit awards ceases effective Final Employment Date (July 13, 2026), with all unvested awards forfeited.
- ·Vested stock options remain exercisable per applicable award agreements post-Final Employment Date.
- ·Separation Agreement includes general release of claims, non-disparagement, continuing cooperation covenants, and reaffirmation of restrictive covenants from January 24, 2022 agreement.
- ·Post-Separation Date advisory services compensated on per diem basis based on current base salary rate.
26-03-2026
Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: EOSE) appointed Nathaniel Fick as an independent Common Class III director to its Board of Directors, effective March 24, 2026. Fick brings extensive experience in national security, cybersecurity, AI, technology leadership, and infrastructure from roles including Chief Strategy Officer at Cerberus Capital Management, U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Cyberspace & Digital Policy, and CEO of Endgame. Chairman Joe Nigro and CEO Joe Mastrangelo highlighted Fick's expertise as valuable for oversight and execution in complex energy storage environments.
- ·Appointment effective March 24, 2026
- ·Fick served as U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Cyberspace & Digital Policy from 2023-2025
- ·Fick served as operating partner at Bessemer Venture Partners for eight years
- ·Fick is author of New York Times bestselling memoir One Bullet Away
26-03-2026
Incyte announced executive leadership appointments to support strategic focus and growth: Pablo J. Cagnoni, M.D., as President and Global Head of Research and Development; Steven Stein, M.D., as Executive Vice President, Chief Medical Officer, and Head of Late-stage Development; and Mohamed Issa, Pharm.D., as Executive Vice President and Head of U.S. Commercial, with integration of U.S. Oncology and Immunology units. These leaders have driven R&D progress in programs like mutCALR antibody, povorcitinib, CDK2, KRASG12D, and TGFßR2xPD1. However, Matteo Trotta, Executive Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Dermatology, will depart following a transition period.
- ·Announcement date: March 25, 2026
- ·Leadership team details available at https://incyte.com/our-company/our-leadership
26-03-2026
AXIS Capital Holdings Limited announced Peter Vogt's departure as CFO effective April 1, 2026, after successfully transitioning responsibilities to Matthew Kirk, who assumes the CFO role on March 31, 2026, earlier than Vogt's original advisory term through December 31, 2026. Additionally, Chief Administrative and Legal Officer Conrad Brooks will depart effective December 31, 2026. Both executives will receive payments and benefits under Section 4(d) of their employment agreements for termination without cause, subject to release and covenants.
- ·Event reported on March 24, 2026; filing dated March 26, 2026.
- ·Details qualified by reference to employment agreements in Form 10-K for year ended December 31, 2025.
- ·Prior disclosure in Form 8-K filed August 14, 2025.
26-03-2026
Flywire Corporation (Nasdaq: FLYW) announced on March 26, 2026, the appointment of Christine Katziff, former Bank of America Chief Audit Executive with 38 years of experience, to its Board of Directors and Audit Committee. CEO Mike Massaro praised her expertise in financial rigor, risk management, digital transformation, AI, and disciplined growth as vital for Flywire's scaling. The company supports approximately 5,000 clients across education, healthcare, travel, and B2B verticals in over 240 countries.
- ·Christine Katziff holds a B.S. in business administration from Bryant University and an MBA from the University of Hartford.
- ·Flywire integrates with leading ERP systems such as NetSuite.
- ·Headquartered in Boston, MA, USA, with global offices.
26-03-2026
Transglobal Management Group, Inc. (TMGI) announced the appointment of Scott Carlston as Chief Financial Officer and Kelly Kirchhoff, previously a board member, as Chief Executive Officer, while Chairman Jeff Foster shifts focus to expanding golf operations, ahead of an anticipated uplisting to the OTCQB Market. Stand-By Golf, a key platform, continues to deliver strong performance via customer retention, course partnerships, and increased utilization. TMGI's strategy emphasizes scalable technology platforms, recurring revenue, and synergies across golf, hospitality, and media.
- ·TMGI previously acquired GETGOLF, LLC to expand into sports, travel, and digital commerce.
- ·GETGOLF launch scheduled for third quarter of 2026.
- ·Stand-By Golf key markets: Phoenix/Scottsdale, Palm Springs, Las Vegas.
26-03-2026
Publix Super Markets announced that board member Michael Graham will resign effective March 31, 2026, due to personal health considerations. The board expressed appreciation for his service and contributions. Publix, the largest U.S. employee-owned company with over 260,000 associates, operates 1,432 stores across eight states and has been recognized by Fortune as a great place to work for 28 consecutive years.
- ·Stores operated in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Kentucky.
- ·Contact: Maria Brous at (863) 680-5339.
26-03-2026
On March 20, 2026, the Compensation Committee recommended and the Board of Directors approved 3% and 2.5% increases to the 2026 annual base salaries of CEO Randall D. Sampson to $347,606 and CFO Randy J. Dehmer to $280,988, respectively, effective March 29, 2026. The Board also adopted 2026 performance goals under the Annual Bonus Plan, with Incentive Awards weighted 70% on adjusted income from operations and 30% on consolidated revenue, offering target bonus opportunities of 45% of salary for Sampson and 35% for Dehmer, capped at 150% of target. No performance declines or negative adjustments were noted in the compensation structure.
- ·Salary increases effective March 29, 2026
- ·Payouts under Incentive Awards require achievement of minimum performance levels or result in no payout
- ·Annual Incentive Plan text incorporated by reference from April 5, 2016 Form 8-K (Exhibit 99.1)
26-03-2026
Agassi Sports Entertainment Corp. entered into a five-year Executive Employment Agreement with CEO and director Ronald S. Boreta, effective March 1, 2026, through February 28, 2031, with an annual base salary of $270,000 subject to 10% annual increases, a targeted bonus of 50% of base salary, a $250,000 sign-on bonus (unpaid), and 300,000 restricted stock units vesting one-third annually on December 31, 2026-2028 pending Board approval. The agreement includes non-compete and non-solicitation provisions for 12 months post-termination, standard termination clauses, and severance of 3x base salary plus targeted bonus upon termination without cause or for good reason. A change-of-control payment provides an additional lump sum up to 3x (base plus recent bonus) minus any prior severance.
- ·Agreement entered March 25, 2026; auto-renews annually unless 60 days' notice.
- ·Severance requires release of claims and no breach of non-compete/non-solicit.
- ·Post-termination equity vesting acceleration and 90-day exercise period in certain cases.
- ·Non-compete applies in states/geographic areas where company provides restricted products/services.
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