Banzai International (BNZI) investors disclose 2.9% beneficial ownership stake

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Banzai International, Inc. received an updated ownership report from FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC and its manager, Frederick N. Coulson, IV. The reporting persons collectively report beneficial ownership of 61,331 Shares of Class A common stock, representing 2.9% of the class based on 2,112,325 Shares outstanding as of June 2, 2026. They report shared voting and dispositive power over all 61,331 Shares and no sole voting or dispositive power. The filing is made pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c), and the reporting persons state they hold 5 percent or less of the outstanding Shares.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 61,331 Shares Ownership percentage: 2.9% Shares outstanding: 2,112,325 Shares +3 more

6 metrics

Shares beneficially owned 61,331 Shares Class A common stock held by FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC as of this report

Ownership percentage 2.9% Percentage of Class A common stock based on 2,112,325 Shares outstanding

Shares outstanding 2,112,325 Shares Class A common stock outstanding as of June 2, 2026, per issuer’s Form S-1

Shared voting power 61,331 Shares Shares over which the reporting persons have shared power to vote or direct the vote

Shared dispositive power 61,331 Shares Shares over which the reporting persons have shared power to dispose or direct disposition

Ownership threshold status 5 percent or less Reporting persons state ownership of 5 percent or less of the class

Key Terms

beneficial owner, shared voting power, shared dispositive power, Schedule 13G, +1 more

5 terms

beneficial owner financial

"Coulson may be deemed to be a beneficial owner of the securities held by it."

A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.

shared voting power financial

"6 | Shared Voting Power 61,331.00"

Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.

shared dispositive power financial

"8 | Shared Dispositive Power 61,331.00"

Schedule 13G regulatory

"The Reporting Persons are filing this pursuant to Section 240.13d-1(c)."

A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.

Section 240.13d-1(c) regulatory

"The Reporting Persons are filing this pursuant to Section 240.13d-1(c)."

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FAQ

What ownership stake in BNZI does FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC report?

FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC reports beneficial ownership of 61,331 Shares of Banzai International, Inc. Class A common stock, representing 2.9% of the class based on 2,112,325 Shares outstanding as of June 2, 2026.

How many Banzai International (BNZI) shares are outstanding for this 2.9% calculation?

The reported 2.9% ownership is calculated using 2,112,325 Shares of Banzai International Class A common stock outstanding as of June 2, 2026, as stated in the issuer’s Form S-1.

Does Frederick N. Coulson personally own BNZI shares or through an entity?

Frederick N. Coulson is the manager of FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC and may be deemed a beneficial owner of the 61,331 Shares held by that entity, reflecting his voting and investment power over the securities.

What voting power over BNZI shares do the reporting persons have?

The reporting persons disclose 0 Shares with sole voting power and 61,331 Shares with shared voting power. They similarly report shared dispositive power over 61,331 Shares and no sole dispositive power.

Are the BNZI reporting persons considered 5% or greater shareholders?

No. The filing states ownership of 5 percent or less of the Class A common stock. Their reported 2.9% beneficial ownership keeps them below the 5% threshold typically associated with larger blockholders.

Under which SEC rule is this BNZI Schedule 13G/A filed?

The reporting persons state they are filing pursuant to Section 240.13d-1(c). This provision allows certain investors who exceed initial reporting thresholds to file a Schedule 13G instead of a Schedule 13D, subject to specific conditions.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 2)

Banzai International, Inc.

(Name of Issuer)

Class A common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the "Shares")

(Title of Class of Securities)

06682J605

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 06682J605

1

Names of Reporting Persons

FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 61,331.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 61,331.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

61,331.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

2.9 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

OO

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 06682J605

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Frederick N. Coulson IV

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 61,331.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 61,331.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

61,331.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

2.9 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC, IN

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Banzai International, Inc.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 435 Ericksen Ave, Suite 250, Bainbridge Island, Washington, 98110
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: This Schedule 13G is being filed jointly by FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC ("FE Aggregator") and Frederick N. Coulson, IV ("Coulson" and together with FE Aggregator, the "Reporting Persons"). As the manager of FE Aggregator, Coulson holds voting and investment power over securities held by FE Aggregator.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: The principal business address of each of the Reporting Persons is 4801 Main Street, Suite 700, Kansas City, Missouri 64112.
(c)	Citizenship: FE Aggregator is organized under the laws of the State of Delaware. Coulson is a citizen of the United States.
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the "Shares")
(e)	CUSIP No.: 06682J605
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person. As of the date of this report, FE Aggregator holds an aggregate of 61,331 Shares. As the manager of FE Aggregator, Coulson may be deemed to be a beneficial owner of the securities held by it.
(b)	Percent of class: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person. The percentage amount set forth in Row 11 for all cover pages filed herewith is calculated based upon 2,112,325 Shares outstanding as of June 2, 2026, as reported by the Issuer in its registration statement on Form S-1 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2026.
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person.
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person.
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person.
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: The information required by Items 4(a) - (c) and set forth in Rows 5 through 11 of the cover page for each Reporting Person is incorporated herein by reference for each such Reporting Person.
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), so indicate under Item 3(j) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and Item 3 classification of each member of the group. If a group has filed this schedule pursuant to §240.13d-1(c) or §240.13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identity of each member of the group. The Reporting Persons are filing this Schedule 13G pursuant to Section 240.13d-1(c). The Reporting Persons neither disclaim nor affirm the existence of a group between them. Each reporting person is a beneficial owner only of the securities reported by it on its cover page.
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC

Signature:	/s/ Frederick N. Coulson, IV
Name/Title:	Frederick N. Coulson, IV, Manager of FE IV OR Aggregator, LLC
Date:	08/03/2026

Frederick N. Coulson IV

Signature:	/s/ Frederick N. Coulson, IV
Name/Title:	Frederick N. Coulson IV
Date:	08/03/2026