Emergent BioSolutions (NYSE: EBS) CEO gets 187,708 RSUs over 3 years
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Emergent BioSolutions President and CEO Joseph C. Papa received a grant of 187,708 restricted stock units, approved by the Compensation Committee and stockholders under the company’s Amended Stock Incentive Plan. This equity award is a form of non-cash compensation and brings his direct holdings to 493,153 common shares.
The RSUs vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the anniversary of the approval date, assuming he continues serving at the company. Each restricted stock unit converts into one share of Emergent BioSolutions common stock upon vesting, aligning a portion of his compensation with future company performance.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
PAPA JOSEPH C
Role
President and CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 187,708 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 493,153 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- The restricted stock unit grant was approved by the Compensation Committee of Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (the "Company"), on March 2, 2026, subject to stockholder approval of an amendment of the Company's 2006 Stock Incentive Plan (the "Amended Stock Incentive Plan"), under which the restricted stock units were granted. The Company's stockholders approved the Amended Stock Incentive Plan on April 29, 2026. Consists of restricted stock units granted under the Company's Amended Stock Incentive Plan. These restricted stock units vest in three annual installments beginning on the anniversary of the date of approval, assuming continued service with the Company. Each restricted stock unit represents the right of the Reporting Person to receive one share of common stock of Emergent BioSolutions Inc., subject to adjustment as provided in the grant agreement.
Key Figures
RSUs granted: 187,708 units
Shares held after grant: 493,153 shares
Grant price per share: $0.00 per share
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5 metrics
RSUs granted
187,708 units
Restricted stock units granted to CEO on award approval
Shares held after grant
493,153 shares
CEO direct common stock holdings following RSU award
Grant price per share
$0.00 per share
Equity compensation, no cash paid by CEO for units
Vesting schedule
3 annual installments
RSUs vest annually beginning on anniversary of approval date
Plan approval date
April 29, 2026
Stockholders approved Amended Stock Incentive Plan
Key Terms
restricted stock units, Amended Stock Incentive Plan, Compensation Committee
3 terms
restricted stock units financial
"Consists of restricted stock units granted under the Company's Amended Stock Incentive Plan."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Amended Stock Incentive Plan financial
"subject to stockholder approval of an amendment of the Company's 2006 Stock Incentive Plan (the "Amended Stock Incentive Plan")"
Compensation Committee financial
"The restricted stock unit grant was approved by the Compensation Committee of Emergent BioSolutions Inc."
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
FAQ
What did Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) disclose in this Form 4 for its CEO?
Emergent BioSolutions reported that President and CEO Joseph C. Papa received 187,708 restricted stock units as equity compensation, increasing his direct common stock holdings to 493,153 shares after the award, under the company’s Amended Stock Incentive Plan approved by stockholders.
How many Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) RSUs were granted to CEO Joseph Papa?
Joseph C. Papa was granted 187,708 restricted stock units. These RSUs were approved under Emergent BioSolutions’ Amended Stock Incentive Plan and represent a right to receive an equal number of common shares as they vest, subject to continued service.
How and when do the CEO’s Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) RSUs vest?
The restricted stock units granted to the CEO vest in three equal annual installments. Vesting begins on the anniversary of the approval date, provided he continues serving with Emergent BioSolutions, gradually converting into common shares over that three-year period.
Was the CEO’s Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) RSU grant subject to stockholder approval?
Yes. The RSU grant was approved by the Compensation Committee on March 2, 2026, but was subject to stockholder approval of the Amended Stock Incentive Plan, which Emergent BioSolutions’ stockholders subsequently approved on April 29, 2026.
What does each Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) restricted stock unit granted to the CEO represent?
Each restricted stock unit represents the right to receive one share of Emergent BioSolutions common stock. Delivery occurs as units vest over three years, with the number of shares also subject to any adjustments described in the applicable grant agreement.