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Krispy Kreme (DNUT) HR chief receives 38,462 restricted stock units in equity grant

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Suess Lori M. reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.

Krispy Kreme, Inc. reported that executive Lori M. Suess, Head of People and Culture, received an equity grant in the form of restricted stock units. The award covers 38,462 shares of common stock, granted at no cash cost to her.

According to the disclosure, these RSUs will vest on April 9, 2029, subject to stated terms and conditions, and will settle one-for-one in common shares upon vesting. After this grant, Suess’s direct holdings total 149,405 shares, consisting of 7,983 directly held shares and 141,422 unvested RSUs.

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Insider Suess Lori M.
Role Head of People and Culture
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 38,462 $0.00 --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 149,405 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. Consists of restricted stock units ("RSUs") that upon vesting are settled on a one-for-one basis in shares of common stock. Subject to certain terms and conditions, the RSUs will vest on April 09, 2029. Direct: 7,983; Unvested RSUs: 141,422.
RSUs granted 38,462 shares Restricted stock units awarded to Lori M. Suess
Total holdings after transaction 149,405 shares Reported direct and unvested RSU position post-grant
Directly held shares 7,983 shares Common stock held directly by Lori M. Suess
Unvested RSUs total 141,422 RSUs Unvested restricted stock units after the grant
RSU vesting date April 9, 2029 Scheduled vesting date for the new RSU grant
restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial
"Consists of restricted stock units ("RSUs") that upon vesting are settled on a one-for-one basis"
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.
vest financial
"Subject to certain terms and conditions, the RSUs will vest on April 09, 2029."
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
settled on a one-for-one basis financial
"that upon vesting are settled on a one-for-one basis in shares of common stock."
unvested RSUs financial
"Direct: 7,983; Unvested RSUs: 141,422."
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Suess Lori M.

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O KRISPY KREME, INC.
2116 HAWKINS ST, SUITE 101

(Street)
CHARLOTTE NORTH CAROLINA 28203

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Krispy Kreme, Inc. [ DNUT ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
Director10% Owner
XOfficer (give title below)Other (specify below)
Head of People and Culture
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/10/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock06/10/2026A38,462(1)A$0149,405(2)D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Consists of restricted stock units ("RSUs") that upon vesting are settled on a one-for-one basis in shares of common stock. Subject to certain terms and conditions, the RSUs will vest on April 09, 2029.
2. Direct: 7,983; Unvested RSUs: 141,422.
Remarks:
/s/ Christine McDevitt, Attorney-in-fact06/12/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
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* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What did Lori M. Suess report in this Krispy Kreme (DNUT) Form 4 filing?

Lori M. Suess reported receiving a grant of restricted stock units. The award covers 38,462 RSUs that convert into common stock, increasing her total reported direct and unvested holdings to 149,405 shares after the transaction.

How many Krispy Kreme (DNUT) shares were granted to Lori M. Suess?

She was granted 38,462 restricted stock units. Each RSU will settle into one share of Krispy Kreme common stock upon vesting, adding to her existing direct and unvested equity holdings disclosed in the filing.

When do Lori M. Suess’s newly granted Krispy Kreme RSUs vest?

The newly granted RSUs are scheduled to vest on April 9, 2029. Vesting is subject to certain terms and conditions, after which the units will be settled one-for-one in shares of Krispy Kreme common stock.

What are Lori M. Suess’s total Krispy Kreme (DNUT) holdings after this Form 4 transaction?

After the grant, her total reported holdings are 149,405 shares. This includes 7,983 shares held directly and 141,422 unvested restricted stock units that may convert to common stock upon satisfaction of vesting conditions.

Was there any cash paid for the Krispy Kreme RSU grant to Lori M. Suess?

No cash was reported as paid for this RSU grant. The Form 4 shows a transaction price of $0.0000 per share, indicating the award was part of her compensation rather than an open-market stock purchase.