Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by Bark, Inc. on July 28, 2026. The filing discloses significant changes to the company's executive leadership, specifically the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer and the resignation of the Interim CFO.
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 executive compensation and personnel changes.
Material Changes
Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
Anya Hamill has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8, 2026. Her compensation package includes:
- Base Salary: $450,000 annually.
- Target Bonus: 75% of base salary (50% cash, 50% unrestricted shares).
- Guaranteed Bonus: A nine-month bonus for fiscal year 2027 (75% cash, 25% unrestricted shares).
- Equity Grant: 37,500 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and 37,500 stock options. Vesting begins 25% on September 10, 2027, with the remainder vesting quarterly over twelve quarters.
- Sign-on Bonus: $100,000 total, split 50% upon commencement and 50% on the first quarterly anniversary.
Resignation of Interim CFO
Brian Dostie will resign as Interim Chief Financial Officer effective September 8, 2026. He will remain with the company as Vice President, Accounting and Controller.
Severance and Change in Control Provisions
Ms. Hamill's agreement includes specific severance terms:
- Involuntary Termination: 12 months base salary, pro-rated bonus, 12 months accelerated equity vesting, and 12 months COBRA coverage.
- Change in Control Window: If termination occurs within 6 months prior to or 18 months after a change in control, benefits include a lump sum equal to 2x annual base salary plus target bonus, full acceleration of time-based equity, and 24 months COBRA coverage.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing does not provide financial guidance, outlook, or management commentary regarding business strategy. No specific risks or contingencies related to financial performance are disclosed in this document.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective date of the CFO transition (September 8, 2026) and the interim period coverage.
- Review the total potential equity value of the 75,000 units/options granted to Ms. Hamill based on the current stock price.
- Confirm the impact of the guaranteed nine-month bonus on the company's fiscal year 2027 compensation expenses.
- Assess the potential liability exposure under the Change in Control severance provisions (2x salary + bonus + full equity acceleration).