AltEnergy Acquisition (NASDAQ: AEAE) director William Campbell exits board, committees
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. reported that William Campbell resigned from its Board of Directors, effective immediately on April 09, 2026. He also stepped down from the Board’s Compensation, Corporate Governance, and Audit Committees.
The company stated that Mr. Campbell’s resignation did not result from any disagreement with the Board regarding the company’s operations, policies, or practices.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
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Item 5.02
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Key Figures
Resignation effective date: April 09, 2026
Warrant exercise price: $11.50 per share
Company address: 600 Lexington Avenue, 9th Floor
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Resignation effective date
April 09, 2026
Effective date of William Campbell’s board resignation
Warrant exercise price
$11.50 per share
Exercise price for each whole warrant to purchase Class A common stock
Company address
600 Lexington Avenue, 9th Floor
Principal executive offices in New York, NY 10022
Company phone number
(203) 299-1400
Registrant’s telephone number
Key Terms
Emerging growth company, OTC Pink Open Market, Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, +1 more
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Emerging growth company regulatory
"405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ... Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
OTC Pink Open Market financial
"AEAEW | | OTC Pink Open Market"
Audit Committee financial
"including the Compensation, Corporate Governance, and Audit Committees of the Board"
A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.
Compensation Committee financial
"including the Compensation, Corporate Governance, and Audit Committees of the Board"
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
Corporate Governance Committee financial
"including the Compensation, Corporate Governance, and Audit Committees of the Board"
A corporate governance committee is a group of board members responsible for defining and overseeing the rules, policies and ethical standards that guide how a company is run, how directors are chosen, and how conflicts are managed. For investors it matters because this committee acts like a referee and coach—shaping leadership choices, enforcing accountability and reducing governance-related risks that can affect trust, reputation and long-term value.
FAQ
Why did William Campbell resign from AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. (AEAE)?
William Campbell resigned from the Board of AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. effective April 09, 2026. The company stated his resignation did not result from any disagreement about operations, policies, or practices, indicating it was not tied to a reported dispute or conflict.
What board roles did William Campbell leave at AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. (AEAE)?
William Campbell resigned as a director and from the Compensation, Corporate Governance, and Audit Committees. This means he no longer participates in overall board decision-making or these key oversight committees for AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. following his immediate resignation.
When did William Campbell’s resignation from AEAE’s board become effective?
William Campbell’s resignation became effective immediately on April 09, 2026. AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. disclosed that he submitted his notice on that date and that the resignation took effect right away, rather than at a later meeting or transition date.
Did William Campbell’s resignation from AEAE involve any disagreement with the board?
The company stated that William Campbell’s resignation did not result from any disagreement with the Board. Specifically, it noted there was no disagreement on matters related to the company’s operations, policies, or practices, suggesting a non-contentious departure.
Who signed the AEAE report announcing William Campbell’s resignation?
The report announcing William Campbell’s resignation was signed by Russell Stidolph, Chief Executive Officer of AltEnergy Acquisition Corp. His signature indicates the resignation disclosure was authorized and submitted on behalf of the registrant under the Exchange Act.
On which market are AEAE’s securities quoted?
AltEnergy Acquisition Corp.’s units, Class A common stock, and warrants are quoted on the OTC Pink Open Market. The units trade under AEAEU, the Class A common stock under AEAE, and the warrants under AEAEW, as disclosed in the securities listing section.