US Executive Officer Management Changes SEC — August 21, 2026

21-08-2026

BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings, Inc. reported strong Q2 FY2026 results with net sales increasing 15.9% YoY to $6.1B and adjusted EPS rising 19.3% to $1.36, beating expectations. Comparable club sales, excluding gasoline, grew 3.1% YoY while total comparable sales jumped 11.9%, driven by a 30% surge in digitally enabled sales. However, merchandise gross margin rate declined 20 bps due to pricing investments, and SG&A expenses rose 8.2% to $851.2M. The company raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $4.60–$4.80.

• · Digitally enabled comparable sales growth was 30% in Q2, with a two-year stacked comp of 64%.
• · The company opened three new clubs and one new gas station during Q2.
• · Merchandise gross margin rate decreased 20 bps due to pricing investments, partially offset by tariff refund benefits.
• · SG&A increase was driven by labor and occupancy costs from new clubs and gas stations, and higher depreciation from owned clubs, partially offset by a gain on a sale-leaseback.
• · In the first six months of FY2026, net income grew only 5.4% YoY, a slower pace than the 15.4% Q2 growth.
• · Fiscal 2026 outlook: comparable club sales ex-gas growth of 2.0% to 3.0%, adjusted EPS $4.60–$4.80, and capex of ~$800M.
• · As of Aug 1, 2026, the company had $30.0M in cash and equivalents and $230M in short-term debt.
• · The repurchase authorization had $422.1M remaining as of Q2 end.

21-08-2026

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. filed an 8-K on August 21, 2026, disclosing the adoption of amended and restated bylaws effective August 20, 2026. The amendments primarily update advance notice procedures for stockholder proposals and director nominations, including revised timing deadlines and enhanced disclosure requirements. No financial metrics or officer changes were reported in this filing.

• · The amended bylaws were initially adopted on March 2, 2005, and restated on August 20, 2026.
• · Stockholder notices for business or nominations at annual meetings must be received between 120 and 90 days before the anniversary of the prior year's annual meeting.
• · If no annual meeting was held in the prior year or the meeting date shifts by more than 30 days earlier or 60 days later, the notice window adjusts accordingly.
• · The bylaws include proxy access provisions for director nominations (Section 2.15).
• · Special meetings of stockholders may only be called by the board, chairperson, CEO, or president (in absence of CEO).
• · The filing includes standard provisions on indemnification of directors and officers (Article VIII).

21-08-2026

Northann Corp. announced the resignation of Lin Li as CEO, President, Secretary, Treasurer, and director, effective August 13 and 18, 2026. The Board appointed Kurtis W. Winn as President, Secretary, and Treasurer, and François Vachon as CEO and director. Mr. Vachon will receive a base salary of $7,000 per month for the first three months and $10,000 per month thereafter, with a one-year term and no equity or bonus compensation.

• · Mr. Vachon has over 20 years of financial-services-industry experience, specializing in corporate governance, compliance and risk management.
• · Mr. Vachon studied Business Administration and Management at Laval University and holds FLMI and ACS designations from LOMA.
• · Mr. Vachon is not entitled to an annual bonus, equity award, or other stock-based compensation in connection with his appointment.
• · The Board may consider a future equity award under the Company’s equity incentive plan, subject to separate Board approval and any stockholder or NYSE American approval.
• · Mr. Vachon’s primary responsibilities include establishing and maintaining compliance with NYSE American standards, strengthening public-company governance, overseeing remediation of delinquent Exchange Act reports, and supervising relations with the independent auditor and listing adviser.

21-08-2026

Albemarle Corporation appointed Max W. Hood as Chief Accounting Officer, effective August 24, 2026, succeeding the prior officer. Mr. Hood brings experience from roles including co-CFO at The ODP Corporation and leadership positions at General Electric and Deloitte. His compensation includes a $400,000 base salary, a 50% target bonus, and a $200,000 sign-on RSU grant.

• · Mr. Hood most recently served as co-Chief Financial Officer of The ODP Corporation, a publicly traded provider of business services and workplace products.
• · He joined ODP in 2018 and held roles including Vice President, Accounting and Treasury, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller before becoming co-CFO in December 2024.
• · No family relationships or transactions requiring disclosure under Regulation S-K Items 401(d) or 404(a) exist.
• · The sign-on RSU grant vests in three equal increments on the first, second, and third anniversaries of the grant date.
• · Mr. Hood is also eligible to participate in standard benefit programs.

21-08-2026

Qnity Electronics appointed semiconductor finance veteran Ken Rizvi as Senior Vice President and CFO, effective October 1, 2026. Michael Goss, who served as interim CFO, will transition to VP of Finance and Controllership. Rizvi brings over 25 years of experience, including CFO roles at Synaptics, Smart Global Holdings, UTAC Group, and Isola Group.

• · Ken Rizvi's appointment is effective October 1, 2026.
• · Michael Goss will become VP of Finance and Controllership on the same date.
• · Rizvi most recently served as CFO of Synaptics, a publicly traded semiconductor company.
• · Rizvi's experience spans semiconductor design, manufacturing, memory, packaging, and supply-chain businesses.

21-08-2026

Synaptics announced the immediate resignation of CFO Ken Rizvi, who will remain in an advisory role through September 30, 2026. The company will not conduct a search for a successor due to its pending merger with onsemi; President and CEO Rahul Patel will serve as principal financial officer, while former Chief Accounting Officer Kermit Nolan returns as a consultant. The transition is positioned as ensuring continuity through the merger, but the sudden departure of a key executive introduces leadership uncertainty during a critical transaction period.

• · The pending merger with onsemi was announced on June 25, 2026.
• · Kermit Nolan has a 20-year tenure at Synaptics and previously served as acting CFO.
• · Rahul Patel stated that strategic priorities in Edge AI and Physical AI markets remain unchanged.

21-08-2026

Craig Conway, a member of the Board of Directors of Paylocity Holding Corporation, notified the Company on August 20, 2026, that he will not stand for re-election at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders, expected on December 3, 2026. He will continue serving through his current term, and his decision was not due to any disagreement with the Company. No financial metrics are associated with this event.

• · The 2027 annual meeting of stockholders is expected to be held on December 3, 2026.
• · Mr. Conway's decision was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on matters of operations, policies, or practices.
• · The filing was signed by CFO Ryan Glenn.

21-08-2026

Crystal Heter resigned from the Board of Directors and all committee positions (Audit, Compensation, and Nominating/Corporate Governance Committees) of Forum Markets, Incorporated (formerly ETHZilla Corp) effective August 19, 2026. The resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company but because Ms. Heter was appointed President and CEO of Tallgrass Energy, LP in March 2026 and stepped down to focus on that role.

• · Ms. Heter served on the Audit, Compensation, and Nominating/Corporate Governance Committees before resignation.
• · The company was formerly named ETHZilla Corp until August 15, 2026 (name change to Forum Markets).
• · The resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, practices, or strategy.

21-08-2026

Michael A. Creel notified Williams Companies that he will not stand for reelection to the Board of Directors at the 2027 Annual Meeting, retiring upon expiration of his current term. The departure is not due to any disagreement with the company on operations, policies, or practices. No financial impact or performance metrics are disclosed in this filing.

• · Michael A. Creel's decision is not the result of any disagreement with the company.
• · His retirement will occur upon the expiration of his current term at the 2027 Annual Meeting.
• · The filing includes a cover page interactive data file (XBRL) as an exhibit.

21-08-2026

The Home Depot, Inc. announced expanded responsibilities for three senior executives: William D. Bastek (EVP – Merchandising) now oversees product development and private brands; Jordan Broggi (EVP – Interconnected Retail) now leads loyalty, credit services, and payments; and Richard V. McPhail (EVP & CFO) now heads the Office of Pro Acceleration to coordinate across Home Depot Pro, HD Supply, SRS Distribution, and Construction Resources. To recognize these expanded roles, each executive received a restricted stock award with a grant date fair value of $500,000, vesting on the second anniversary. The filing does not include any financial performance data, so no period-over-period comparisons are available.

• · The restricted stock awards vest on the second anniversary of the grant date (August 20, 2028), subject to continued employment.
• · The expanded responsibilities were previously announced on July 30, 2026.
• · The filing is under Item 5.02 (Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers).

21-08-2026

United Fire Group, Inc. declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, payable September 18, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 4, 2026. The company also appointed Teresa 'Terri' Brown as an independent Class C director, effective August 21, 2026, bringing over 35 years of property and casualty insurance experience to the board. The dividend continues a long history of quarterly payments dating back to March 1968, and the board will now consist of 12 members.

• · Dividend payable September 18, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 4, 2026.
• · Brown is a fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society and board certified by the National Association of Corporate Directors.
• · Brown currently serves as a senior advisor at Boston Consulting Group and previously served as EVP and CFO at Grange Insurance from 2016 to 2024.
• · AM Best assigns a rating of 'A-' (Excellent) for members of the United Fire & Casualty Group.
• · Company is licensed as a property and casualty insurer in 50 states and the District of Columbia.

21-08-2026

IMAX Corp extended Chief Legal Officer Robert D. Lister's employment agreement through December 31, 2029, with compensation and severance terms unchanged aside from modifications to equity award vesting upon certain termination scenarios. The amendment introduces more favorable treatment for Mr. Lister if he resigns with six months' notice or if the company does not offer to renew on similar terms after the term, allowing unvested awards to continue vesting. No financial figures were disclosed or changed.

• · The amendment extends Mr. Lister's employment term from previous expiry to December 31, 2029.
• · If terminated for cause or resignation without Good Reason before December 31, 2029, all unvested equity awards are cancelled without consideration, except if written notice of resignation is provided at least six months in advance.
• · If after December 31, 2029 the company does not offer continued employment on substantially similar terms, unvested awards as of that date continue to vest per original schedule.

21-08-2026

Virtu Financial appointed Barbara Finigan as an independent Class I director on August 19, 2026, effective immediately. Finigan brings extensive legal and governance experience from her roles at Hasbro and Fuze Health. The Board now consists of eleven directors, with no material changes to compensation or governance structure.

• · Finigan served as Chief Legal Officer at Hasbro from December 2010 to March 2019.
• · As of August 2025, she is Chief Legal Officer at Fuze Health and serves as director/advisor to two private companies.
• · She holds a BA from College of the Holy Cross and a J.D. from Marquette University Law School.
• · Compensation for non-employee directors is described in the Definitive Proxy Statement filed April 29, 2026.
• · Indemnification agreement entered in substantially the same form as previously filed with SEC.

21-08-2026

NEXGEL announced a leadership transition with Brian Kieser appointed as Interim CEO effective August 21, 2026, replacing Adam Levy who is departing. The Board also formed a Special Committee for Strategic Review and Value Creation to evaluate non-core assets, liquidity, and operational efficiency, with an initial framework expected within 30-45 days. While the company highlights growth opportunities in BioNX Surgical and hydrogel technologies, the strategic review signals potential divestitures or restructuring, and the departure of the prior CEO introduces execution risk.

• · The Special Committee is authorized to evaluate strategic alternatives for non-core assets, capital structure, operational efficiency, and a formal restructuring plan.
• · Adam Levy's transition assistance includes knowledge transfer, customer/supplier relationship transition, and cooperation on public company reporting, but he will not receive additional compensation beyond separation benefits.
• · The company expects the Special Committee to present a comprehensive strategic framework to the Board within 30 to 45 days.
• · NEXGEL's most significant growth opportunities are cited as BioNX Surgical, BioNX Regenerative Eye Health & Aesthetics, and advanced hydrogel technologies.

21-08-2026

James River Group Holdings, Inc. reported Q2 2026 net income to common shareholders of $4.4M, a 59% increase versus Q2 2025, driven by disciplined underwriting in its E&S segment (combined ratio 92.8%). However, the group combined ratio was 100.2%, indicating an overall underwriting loss, and tangible common equity per share was $9.01. The company highlighted a 4% increase in total submissions and 2% increase in total quotes year-to-date, but noted a competitive market environment.

• · 96% of net written premiums originated from E&S lines in 2025.
• · E&S segment accident year loss ratio of 64.9% for Q2 2026.
• · Compounded rate change increased to 99% through the quarter ending June 30, 2026.
• · Claims counts show a pervasive declining trend post-2022, reflecting substantial underwriting changes.
• · The company has an 'A-' (Excellent) A.M. Best rating.
• · Tangible common equity per share was $9.01.

21-08-2026

On August 19, 2026, Northrop Grumman's independent board approved a one-time performance-based equity grant of up to 35,910 Market Stock Units (MSUs) to Chair, CEO and President Kathy J. Warden. The award is designed to retain her leadership and align her interests with shareholders, with payout ranging from 0% to 150% of target based on absolute stock price performance through December 31, 2031. The target award requires at least 10% stock price appreciation, while full forfeiture occurs if the stock depreciates more than 25%.

• · Performance period ends December 31, 2031.
• · Award is subject to Ms. Warden's continued service through the performance period.
• · The grant was approved by the independent members of the Board of Directors.

21-08-2026

Boeing appointed Ryan L. Shedd as Senior Vice President and Controller, effective after the filing of its 2026 10-K. He will succeed Michael J. Cleary, who is retiring in 2027 after over 20 years of service. Mr. Shedd will receive a $600,000 base salary, a $300,000 cash sign-on award, and target incentive awards of 70% (annual) and 170% (long-term) of base salary.

• · Mr. Shedd will join Boeing in September 2026 as a Senior Vice President, Finance before transitioning to Controller.
• · Mr. Cleary has served as Senior Vice President and Controller since March 2023 and plans to retire in 2027.
• · Mr. Shedd, age 41, has nearly two decades of experience at Ernst & Young LLP, most recently as an Assurance Partner since July 2021.
• · Mr. Shedd will be based in Seattle, Washington and eligible for relocation benefits.

21-08-2026

New Fortress Energy Inc. (NFE) announced on August 17, 2026, that CFO Christopher S. Guinta will resign effective August 21, 2026. The company will begin a search for a new CFO, considering both internal and external candidates. This leadership change introduces near-term uncertainty in financial management.

• · CFO resignation effective August 21, 2026, just four days after announcement.
• · Search process for new CFO will include both internal and external candidates.
• · No interim CFO has been named; Chief Accounting Officer Frederick W. Hundt signed the filing.

21-08-2026

Dream Finders Homes, Inc. amended its 2021 Equity Incentive Plan on August 20, 2026, to increase the director compensation limit for non-employee directors serving as Chairman, Co-Chairman, or Lead Director to $400,000 per fiscal year, change the governing law from Delaware to Texas, and modify the definition of Fair Market Value. The director compensation limit amendment was approved by the majority shareholder via written consent and will become effective 20 days after the information statement is mailed to shareholders. The administrative amendments are effective immediately.

• · The amendment to the Director Compensation Limit was approved by the holder of a majority of the voting power of the Company's outstanding shares of common stock acting by written consent in lieu of a meeting.
• · The amendment to the Director Compensation Limit will become effective at least 20 calendar days after the Information Statement is first mailed or otherwise furnished to shareholders.
• · The administrative amendments (change of governing law from Delaware to Texas and modification of Fair Market Value definition) are effective as of the date of Board approval (August 20, 2026).

21-08-2026

Nerdy Inc. terminated John Paszterko as Chief Operating Officer effective August 20, 2026. The filing provides no reason for the departure or any financial impact. No financial metrics or period-over-period comparisons are included.

• · John Paszterko's service as COO ended immediately on August 20, 2026.
• · No successor or interim COO was announced.
• · The filing does not disclose any severance or compensatory arrangements.

21-08-2026

Peraso Inc. approved 5% salary increases for its top three executives, effective retroactively to July 1, 2026. CEO Ronald Glibbery's salary rose from $400,000 to $420,000, CFO James Sullivan's from $305,000 to $320,250, and COO Bradley Lynch's from $275,000 to $288,750. The increases will also raise target bonus and severance amounts calculated on base salary.

• · Salary increases were approved by the Compensation Committee on August 21, 2026.
• · Increases are effective retroactively to July 1, 2026.
• · Target annual bonus and severance benefits calculated on base salary will be recalculated accordingly.

21-08-2026

First Interstate BancSystem announced the appointment of Jeff Lee as Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, effective September 14, 2026. Mr. Lee brings over 20 years of banking leadership experience, most recently as an independent consultant and previously in senior roles at Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida. The appointment includes an initial annual base salary of $480,000 and a long-term incentive award of $200,000 in time-based restricted stock units, with no negative or flat metrics reported.

• · Mr. Lee's employment start date is expected to be September 14, 2026.
• · The restricted stock units vest in three equal annual installments beginning September 14, 2027.
• · The Employment Agreement has an initial term of one year with automatic renewal for successive one-year terms unless terminated or non-renewal notice is given at least 90 days prior.
• · Mr. Lee holds a BBA from the University of Memphis and an MBA from the University of Florida.
• · Mr. Lee has no family relationships with any directors or executive officers and no reportable related party transactions.

21-08-2026

Vertical Data Inc. (OTCQB:VDTA) appointed Chris Downs as Interim CFO effective August 17, 2026, to lead the company's planned uplisting from OTCQB to a national securities exchange. Former CFO Christopher Creatura transitions to Chief Credit Officer to focus on GPUfinancing.com. The appointment signals a strategic push toward exchange listing and capital markets readiness, though no specific timeline or exchange has been confirmed.

• · Downs is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Treasury Professional, and Certified Corporate FP&A Professional.
• · Downs holds an M.B.A. from Columbia Business School, an M.S. in Accounting from the University of Houston–Clear Lake, and a B.S. in Economics from the United States Military Academy at West Point.
• · Downs previously served as Interim CFO of InfuSystem Holdings, leading an SEC restatement and refinancings that reduced cost of debt over three years.
• · Downs served as a director and Audit Committee Chair of EBET, Inc.
• · The company operates three platforms: VerticalData.io (enterprise GPU provisioning), GPUfinancing.com (structured financing for GPU deployments), and Vertical Edge (equity in data centers).

21-08-2026

Sky Quarry Inc. appointed Heidi C. Bowman as CFO effective August 18, 2026, with a base salary of $18,500 per month plus quarterly bonus eligibility. Ms. Bowman brings over 20 years of financial leadership experience across private equity, real estate, logistics, and oil & gas. The filing is a routine officer appointment with no disclosed negative or flat metrics.

• · Heidi Bowman is 60 years old, holds a BA in Economics from UCLA, and is a CPA (inactive) in California.
• · Employment is at-will with a 30-day written notice termination clause.
• · No family relationships or reportable transactions between Ms. Bowman and the company.

21-08-2026

Waters Corporation announced the resignation of Robert L. Carpio III as Senior Vice President of the Waters Analytical Sciences Division, effective August 20, 2026, to pursue other opportunities. Tina Wu, previously Senior Vice President of the Waters Materials Sciences Division and President, China, will succeed him. Ms. Wu brings over 20 years of global leadership experience from DuPont, where she managed businesses with annual net sales ranging from approximately $1 billion to $2.3 billion.

• · Mr. Carpio's resignation was effective August 20, 2026.
• · Ms. Wu joined Waters in June 2026 from DuPont, where she spent over 20 years.
• · Ms. Wu's most recent role at DuPont was Global Vice President, President of DuPont Mobility & Materials since 2021.

21-08-2026

Yum! Brands appointed Steve Bratspies as a director, effective August 26, 2026. He will receive a one-time stock grant of $25,000 and a prorated annual stock retainer. No other material financial or operational changes were disclosed.

• · Appointment effective August 26, 2026
• · Will stand for election at next Annual Meeting
• · No committee assignment as of filing date
• · Compensation follows standard non-employee director arrangements per proxy statement

21-08-2026

MetroCity Bankshares, Inc. announced the resignation of Don T.P. Leung from its Board of Directors and as Vice Chairman, effective September 17, 2026. Mr. Leung will also step down as Chairman of the Credit Risk Management Committee and from several other board committees. The resignation is not due to any disagreement with the company or its management.

• · Mr. Leung's resignation is effective September 17, 2026.
• · He will resign as Chairman of the Credit Risk Management Committee and as a member of the Executive Committee, Nominating and Governance Committee, Information Technology Committee, and Loan Committee.
• · The resignation is not the result of any disagreement with the company or its management.

21-08-2026

Nu Skin Enterprises announced that Justin Keisel, EVP and President of Global Sales, began a medical leave of absence effective August 17, 2026. Chayce Clark, EVP, COO, and Chief Legal Officer, will lead Keisel's organization during his absence. The filing contains no financial data or performance metrics.

• · Justin Keisel's medical leave began August 17, 2026.
• · Chayce Clark will lead the Global Sales organization during Keisel's absence.
• · The filing was signed by CFO Chelsea K. Lantz on August 21, 2026.

21-08-2026

DarioHealth Corp. (DRIO) entered into a separation agreement with President and Chief Commercial Officer Steven Nelson, effective September 1, 2026, with employment terminating September 30, 2026. Nelson will transition to a consulting role through December 31, 2027, receiving 30,000 restricted shares as consideration. The departure follows an indefinite medical leave of absence that began in July 2026.

• · Steven Nelson's employment termination is effective September 30, 2026, following an indefinite medical leave of absence that began July 10, 2026.
• · Nelson will serve as a consultant from October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027, providing advisory services, industry insights, and strategic introductions.
• · The consulting agreement grants 30,000 restricted shares vesting on the first anniversary, with accelerated vesting of 15,000 shares if the company terminates the agreement for any reason.
• · Outstanding unvested equity awards will expire upon termination of employment.
• · The separation agreement includes confidentiality, non-solicitation, and non-competition covenants.

21-08-2026

AIB Data Centers Inc. (formerly BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure, Inc.) announced the immediate resignation of COO Eyal Rozen on August 14, 2026. The company entered into a separation agreement providing three months of salary continuation and COBRA premium reimbursement through December 31, 2026, subject to a release of claims and restrictive covenants. No financial terms or performance metrics were disclosed.

• · Eyal Rozen resigned as COO effective August 14, 2026.
• · Separation agreement includes three months of salary continuation at current base rate.
• · COBRA health insurance premiums for Rozen and spouse reimbursed until December 31, 2026 or earlier if new coverage obtained.
• · Severance conditioned on non-revocation of release and compliance with non-disparagement, non-competition, non-solicitation, and confidentiality obligations.
• · Company changed name from BlockchAIn Digital Infrastructure, Inc. to AIB Data Centers Inc. on May 28, 2026.