JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. Form 8-K Summary
Business Context and Reporting Period
This Current Report on Form 8-K was filed by JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. on January 5, 2026. The filing reports the appointment of a new executive officer and the issuance of a related press release.
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 changes and compensation arrangements.
Material Changes
The primary material event reported is the appointment of Jeffrey Embt as the Company's Chief Accounting Officer, effective January 5, 2026. Mr. Embt brings over 20 years of experience, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer at Proterra LLC.
Management Commentary and Compensation
Under his employment agreement, Mr. Embt's compensation package includes:
- Base Salary: $375,000 per year.
- Target Incentive Award: 35% of base salary under the management incentive plan.
- Sign-on Bonus: One-time cash payment of $50,000.
- Long-Term Equity: Target of 45% of base salary under the long-term equity incentive plan.
- Restricted Stock Units (RSUs): One-time award valued at $200,000, vesting ratably over three years.
The filing states there are no family relationships between Mr. Embt and current directors or officers, and no undisclosed arrangements regarding his selection.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective date of the Chief Accounting Officer appointment (January 5, 2026).
- Confirm the total value of the initial compensation package, including the $250,000 in one-time awards ($50,000 cash + $200,000 RSUs).
- Review the vesting schedule for the $200,000 RSU award (ratable over three years).
- Check for any subsequent filings regarding the departure of the previous Chief Accounting Officer, if applicable.