CalciMedica (CALC) grants 65,124 stock options to President and COO
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Rhea-AI Filing Summary
CalciMedica, Inc. reported that President and COO Michael J. Dunn received an employee stock option grant for 65,124 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $0.585 per share. The option expires on April 4, 2036 and vests in monthly installments over four years, beginning April 1, 2026, after a Form S-8 is filed to cover shares added under the company’s 2023 Equity Incentive Plan evergreen provision.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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1 txn
Insider
Dunn Michael J.
Role
President and COO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 65,124 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 65,124 shares (Direct)
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Key Figures
Option grant size: 65,124 shares
Exercise price: $0.585 per share
Expiration date: April 4, 2036
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Option grant size
65,124 shares
Employee stock option covering CalciMedica common stock
Exercise price
$0.585 per share
Strike price for the employee stock option
Expiration date
April 4, 2036
Option term end date
Vesting start date
April 1, 2026
Start of 1/48 monthly vesting schedule
Form S-8 condition
Filing required before vesting
No shares vest until Form S-8 covers 2026 evergreen shares
Key Terms
Employee Stock Option, Form S-8, 2023 Equity Incentive Plan, evergreen provision, +1 more
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Employee Stock Option financial
"security_title: "Employee Stock Option (Right to Buy)""
An employee stock option is a promise that lets a worker buy company shares later at a predetermined price, often after they stay for a certain period or meet performance goals — think of it like a coupon that locks in today's price for a future purchase. It matters to investors because options align employees’ incentives with company performance, can increase the number of shares outstanding (dilution) when exercised, and represent a compensation cost that affects reported profits and shareholder value.
Form S-8 regulatory
"no shares shall vest until the filing of the Company's registration statement on Form S-8"
A Form S-8 is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission registration that lets a public company set aside shares for employee benefit plans and stock-based compensation. Think of it as opening a dedicated account that authorizes the company to issue or reserve stock for workers and directors; it matters to investors because it enables share dilution when those awards are granted or exercised and signals how management is compensated and incentivized.
2023 Equity Incentive Plan financial
"shares authorized for issuance under the Company's 2023 Equity Incentive Plan"
evergreen provision financial
"automatically added to the shares authorized for issuance ... pursuant to an annual "evergreen" provision"
An evergreen provision is a clause in a financing or contract that automatically renews or replenishes the arrangement unless one party actively cancels it, like a subscription that keeps renewing each term. For investors it matters because it creates predictable, ongoing access to funding or ongoing contractual obligations — helping liquidity and planning — but can also hide long-term commitments or dilution risks if not reviewed.
vesting financial
"1/48th of the shares subject to the option vest in equal monthly installments"
Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.
FAQ
What insider transaction did CalciMedica (CALC) disclose for Michael J. Dunn?
CalciMedica disclosed that President and COO Michael J. Dunn received an employee stock option grant for 65,124 shares of common stock. The options are a compensation-related award, not an open-market purchase or sale, and give him the right to buy shares at a fixed price.
What are the key terms of Michael J. Dunn’s CalciMedica (CALC) stock options?
The option covers 65,124 shares of CalciMedica common stock with an exercise price of $0.585 per share and expires on April 4, 2036. These terms define how many shares he may buy, at what price, and until when.
How and when do Michael J. Dunn’s CalciMedica (CALC) options vest?
Beginning April 1, 2026, one forty-eighth of the 65,124 option shares vest in equal monthly installments over four years. This gradual vesting schedule ties the award to continued service over time instead of granting full ownership immediately.
What condition affects vesting of Dunn’s CalciMedica (CALC) stock options?
No shares under the option will vest until CalciMedica files a Form S-8 covering common shares automatically added on January 1, 2026 under its 2023 Equity Incentive Plan. This filing is required before the vesting schedule can begin operating.
How many CalciMedica (CALC) options does Michael J. Dunn hold after this grant?
After this award, Michael J. Dunn holds 65,124 employee stock options directly, according to the filing. This figure reflects the full amount of the newly granted options and shows his potential future right to acquire an equivalent number of common shares.
Is Michael J. Dunn’s CalciMedica (CALC) option grant an open-market transaction?
No, the transaction is coded as a grant or award acquisition, not a market trade. It represents compensation in the form of employee stock options, giving Dunn the right to buy shares at $0.585, rather than a purchase or sale on the open market.