Balchem (BCPC) appoints Erin Gilson as new Chief Accounting Officer

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Balchem Corporation appointed Erin L. Gilson as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective April 1, 2026. She succeeds William A. Backus, whose retirement from the same role on March 31, 2026 had been previously announced.

Gilson has been with Balchem since February 2016 and currently serves as Senior Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting. The company states there are no material changes to her compensatory arrangement in connection with this election.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

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.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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02/19/2026 - 04:16 PM

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2026

Balchem Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Maryland	1-13648	13-2578432
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

5 Paragon Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (845) 326-5600

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $.06-2/3 per share	BCPC	The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

As previously announced by Balchem Corporation (the “Company”) on March 3, 2025, William A. Backus, Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, is retiring from his position on March 31, 2026. On February 12, 2026, the Board of Directors of the Company elected Erin L. Gilson to serve as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective April 1, 2026. Ms. Gilson joined the Company in February 2016 and currently serves as Senior Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting. There are no material changes to Ms. Gilson’s compensatory arrangement as a result of this election.

Item 9.01

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number	Description
104	Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	BALCHEM CORPORATION
	(Registrant)

	By:	/s/ Hatsuki Miyata
	Hatsuki Miyata
	Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary

Date: February 19, 2026

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What executive leadership change did Balchem (BCPC) announce in this 8-K?

Balchem announced that Erin L. Gilson has been elected Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective April 1, 2026, succeeding retiring officer William A. Backus. This represents a planned finance leadership transition within the company’s senior management team.

When will Balchem (BCPC) Chief Accounting Officer William A. Backus retire?

William A. Backus will retire as Balchem’s Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer on March 31, 2026. His retirement had been previously announced, and the company has now named his successor to ensure continuity in its accounting and financial reporting functions.

Who is Balchem’s (BCPC) new Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer?

Balchem elected Erin L. Gilson as its new Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective April 1, 2026. She joined the company in February 2016 and most recently served as Senior Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting, indicating internal progression within the finance organization.

Will Erin L. Gilson’s compensation change with her new role at Balchem (BCPC)?

Balchem states there are no material changes to Erin L. Gilson’s compensatory arrangement as a result of her election as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. This indicates her pay structure remains broadly consistent despite the expanded leadership responsibilities.

What role did Erin L. Gilson hold at Balchem (BCPC) before this promotion?

Before being elected Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, Erin L. Gilson served as Senior Director, Accounting and Financial Reporting. She has been with Balchem since February 2016, providing her with longstanding familiarity with the company’s financial reporting processes and controls.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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