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Braze (NASDAQ: BRZE) general counsel Susan Wiseman set to retire

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Braze, Inc. disclosed that Susan Wiseman, the company’s general counsel and secretary, intends to retire. The announcement was made on April 7, 2026, and her retirement is expected to occur on or before June 30, 2026. This reflects a planned legal and corporate secretary leadership transition at the software company, which remains listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the Class A common stock symbol BRZE.

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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.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Retirement deadline on or before June 30, 2026 Planned retirement date for general counsel and secretary
Announcement date April 7, 2026 Date Braze disclosed Susan Wiseman’s planned retirement
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"Susan Wiseman intends to retire as the company's general counsel and secretary"
A general counsel is the chief lawyer of an organization, responsible for overseeing all legal matters and ensuring the company complies with laws and regulations. Think of them as the organization's legal advisor or navigator, helping to prevent legal problems before they happen. Their role matters to investors because they help protect the company from legal risks that could impact its success and value.
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"intends to retire as the company's general counsel and secretary"
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"Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers"
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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): April 7, 2026
______________________________________________________________

Braze, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
______________________________________________________________
Delaware
001-41065
45-2505271
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
63 Madison Building
28 East 28th Street, Floor 12
New York, New York 10016
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code) 

(609) 964-0585
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable
(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:
☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A common stock, par value $0.0001 per shareBRZEThe 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.

(b)

On April 7, 2026, Braze, Inc. announced that Susan Wiseman intends to retire as the company's general counsel and secretary on or before June 30, 2026.


Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit No.         Description                            
104         Cover Page Interactive Data (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.


BRAZE, INC.

By:    /s/Isabelle Winkles        
Isabelle Winkles
Chief Financial Officer

Dated: April 7, 2026


Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What leadership change did Braze (BRZE) report in this 8-K filing?

Braze reported that its general counsel and secretary, Susan Wiseman, intends to retire. The announcement was made on April 7, 2026, signaling an upcoming transition in the company’s top legal and corporate governance role.

When is Braze’s general counsel Susan Wiseman expected to retire?

Susan Wiseman is expected to retire as Braze’s general counsel and secretary on or before June 30, 2026. This timeline, disclosed in the 8-K, gives the company a defined window to manage its legal leadership transition.

What roles does Susan Wiseman hold at Braze (BRZE)?

Susan Wiseman serves as Braze’s general counsel and secretary. As general counsel, she oversees legal matters, while as secretary she supports the board’s corporate governance processes and maintains corporate records and formalities.

What type of SEC filing did Braze use to announce the retirement?

Braze used a Form 8-K to announce the planned retirement. The change was reported under Item 5.02, which covers departures of directors or certain officers and related leadership or compensatory arrangements.

On which exchange is Braze’s Class A common stock listed?

Braze’s Class A common stock is listed on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under the trading symbol BRZE. This listing and symbol identify where investors can trade the company’s publicly listed equity.

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