Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Anteris Technologies Global Corp. on September 8, 2026, covering events occurring on September 4, 2026. The registrant is a Delaware corporation with principal executive offices in Toowong, Australia, and its common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol "AVR". The filing primarily addresses executive leadership changes within the finance function.
Key Financial Metrics
This filing does not contain financial performance data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The document focuses exclusively on personnel appointments and compensation arrangements.
Material Changes
The primary material change reported is the appointment of Brent Moen as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 11, 2026. Concurrently, Matthew McDonnell will cease serving as CFO and transition to the role of Head of Australia, retaining his current compensation and benefit arrangements.
Management Commentary, Risks, and Unusual Items
Compensation and Employment Terms:
Mr. Moen's employment agreement includes the following key terms:
- Base Salary: $475,000 annually.
- Short-Term Bonus: Target opportunity of up to 50% of base salary, subject to performance metrics.
- Long-Term Incentives: A 2026 award with a target value of $500,000 in nonqualified stock options. These options vest in substantially equal installments over three years and have a 10-year term.
- Severance: Eligible for nine months of base salary continuation and 100% COBRA premium reimbursement upon termination without cause, subject to a release of claims.
Background: Mr. Moen brings over 25 years of experience, including previous CFO roles at LifeLens Technologies, Tactile Systems Technology, and Entellus Medical. The filing states there are no undisclosed material interests or family relationships between Mr. Moen and other directors or officers.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective date of the CFO transition (September 11, 2026) and the immediate impact on financial reporting responsibilities.
- Review the full text of the Employment Agreement (Exhibit 10.1) for specific performance metrics tied to the short-term bonus.
- Confirm the grant date and fair market value per share for the $500,000 stock option award to assess dilution impact.
- Monitor the transition of duties from Matthew McDonnell to ensure continuity in the Head of Australia role.