Benchmark Electronics (NYSE: BHE) discloses CTO Jan Janick retirement plan

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Benchmark Electronics, Inc. reported that its Chief Technology Officer, Jan Janick, will retire, effective January 16, 2026. The company stated that Mr. Janick’s departure is not due to any disagreement with the company or its Board of Directors on operations, policies, or practices. This leadership change affects the technology function but is presented as an orderly retirement rather than a contested exit.

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Corporate governance analyst

Benchmark Electronics disclosed an orderly CTO retirement with no stated disputes.

Benchmark Electronics announced that Chief Technology Officer Jan Janick will retire effective January 16, 2026. The company explicitly notes that his departure is not the result of any disagreement with the company or its Board regarding operations, policies, or practices, which frames this as a planned transition rather than a governance conflict.

From a governance perspective, leadership changes in key technical roles can influence strategy and product execution, but this disclosure does not describe changes to broader business plans or financial targets. The emphasis on the absence of disagreements aims to reduce concerns about internal disputes or oversight issues. Future filings may provide additional detail on succession for the CTO role and how responsibilities are allocated after January 16, 2026.

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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): December 29, 2025

BENCHMARK ELECTRONICS, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Texas			001-10560	74-2211011
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
56 South Rockford Drive
Tempe, Arizona				85288
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (623) 300-7000

N/A

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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 $0.10 per share		BHE		The New York Stock Exchange

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.

On December 29, 2025, Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE) announced the retirement of Jan Janick as Chief Technology Officer effective January 16, 2026. Mr. Janick’s departure is not the result of any disagreement with the Company or its Board of Directors on any matters relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.		Description of Exhibit
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 thereunto duly authorized.

			BENCHMARK ELECTRONICS, INC.
Date:	December 29, 2025	By:	/s/ Stephen J. Beaver
			Stephen J. Beaver, Esq. Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer

FAQ

What leadership change did Benchmark Electronics (BHE) disclose in this 8-K?

Benchmark Electronics disclosed that its Chief Technology Officer, Jan Janick, will retire, with his retirement effective on January 16, 2026.

When is Benchmark Electronics CTO Jan Janick’s retirement effective?

The retirement of Chief Technology Officer Jan Janick from Benchmark Electronics is effective on January 16, 2026.

Did Benchmark Electronics report any disagreement related to Jan Janick’s departure?

No. Benchmark Electronics stated that Mr. Janick’s departure is not the result of any disagreement with the company or its Board of Directors on operations, policies, or practices.

Which position is affected by the leadership change at Benchmark Electronics (BHE)?

The leadership change affects the role of Chief Technology Officer at Benchmark Electronics, currently held by Jan Janick.

Does this Benchmark Electronics 8-K include new financial results?

No. This 8-K focuses on the retirement of the Chief Technology Officer and does not present new financial statements or earnings data.