Encision (ECIA) CEO and director exit over strategy; Fries named interim CEO

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Encision, Inc. announced that Gregory Trudel resigned from its board of directors and also stepped down as CEO, President and executive officer effective December 8, 2025. The company states that Mr. Trudel disagreed with the other board members on the future direction of the company and concluded it was best to resign, while emphasizing that, apart from this difference over future direction, his resignation did not stem from any dispute over current operations, policies or practices.

Following his departure, the board appointed long-time director Robert H. Fries as Interim President and CEO. Mr. Fries, age 77, has served on Encision’s board since 2003, is a certified public accountant (inactive), and has extensive finance and tax consulting experience with large public multinational companies, which the company cites as qualifications for his interim leadership role.

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• CEO and director resignation tied to disagreement on future direction — Encision states that Gregory Trudel left after disagreeing with the board on the company’s future direction, signaling potential strategic tension at the top.
• Leadership uncertainty with interim CEO appointment — The board named long-time director Robert H. Fries as Interim President and CEO, indicating a transitional period before a permanent leadership decision is made.

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Corporate governance and leadership transition analyst

Encision’s CEO and director resigned over future direction; a long-time director steps in as interim leader.

Encision reports that Gregory Trudel has resigned as both a director and as CEO, President and executive officer after disagreeing with the rest of the board on the company’s future direction. The company clarifies that, aside from this strategic disagreement, his resignation was not due to disputes about current operations, policies or practices, which helps narrow the issue to long-term positioning rather than day-to-day management problems.

The board appointed Robert H. Fries, age 77, a director since 2003, as Interim President and CEO. His background as a certified public accountant (inactive) and as president of a finance and tax consulting firm, with experience across large public multinationals, suggests familiarity with Encision’s finances and governance. The interim nature of his role indicates a transition phase; subsequent company disclosures may provide more detail on permanent leadership plans and how the board intends to resolve the strategic differences that prompted the change.

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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): December 8, 2025

ENCISION, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Colorado	001-11789	84-1162056
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

6797 Winchester Circle, Boulder, Colorado	80301
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

(303) 444-2600

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, no par value		ECIA		OTC Bulletin Board

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).

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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 Officer; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

Item 5.02 (a) Resignation of Existing Director.

On December 8, 2025, Gregory Trudel resigned from the board of directors of Encision, Inc. (the “Company”). Mr. Trudel disagreed with the other members of the Company’s board of directors on the future direction of the Company, and decided that it was best for him to resign.

Except as set forth in the preceding sentence, Mr. Trudel’s resignation was not the result of any dispute or disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the operations, policies or practices of the Company. 

Item 5.02 (b) Resignation of CEO.

On December 8, 2025, Gregory Trudel also resigned as CEO, President and an executive officer of the Company.

Item 5.02 (c) Appointment of Interim CEO.

Following Mr. Trudel’s resignation, the Company’s board of directors appointed Robert Fries as the Company’s Interim President and CEO.

Robert H. Fries, 77, has served on the Company’s board of directors since 2003. Mr. Fries is a founder and the President of FinanceVision Services, Inc., a finance and tax consulting firm, and has served as a finance executive with a broad range of large public multinational companies. From 2000-2024, he provided us with financial and tax consulting services through his consulting firm.

Mr. Fries is a certified public accountant (inactive). His credentials include an MBA from St. John's University, New York, and a Juris Doctor Degree from Jones School of Law. We believe that Mr. Fries’ financial and business expertise, particularly in the role of finance executive for various large public companies, give him the qualifications and skills to serve as a director and Interim CEO.

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.

ENCISION, INC.

(Registrant)

Date:  December 12, 2025

/s/ Brandon Shepard

Brandon Shepard

Controller

Principal Accounting Officer

FAQ

Why did Encision, Inc. (ECIA) CEO Gregory Trudel resign?

Encision states that Gregory Trudel resigned from the board and from his roles as CEO, President and executive officer on December 8, 2025, after he disagreed with the other board members on the future direction of the company. The company adds that, aside from this difference over future direction, his resignation was not due to any dispute about current operations, policies or practices.

What roles did Gregory Trudel leave at Encision, Inc. (ECIA)?

Gregory Trudel resigned from multiple positions: he left the board of directors and also resigned as CEO, President and an executive officer of Encision, all effective December 8, 2025.

Who is the new Interim CEO of Encision, Inc. (ECIA)?

Following Gregory Trudel’s resignation, Encision’s board appointed Robert H. Fries as Interim President and CEO. Mr. Fries has served on the board since 2003, is president of FinanceVision Services, Inc., and has extensive finance and tax experience with large public multinational companies.

What is Robert H. Fries’s background at Encision, Inc. (ECIA)?

Robert H. Fries, age 77, has been a director of Encision since 2003. He founded and leads FinanceVision Services, Inc., a finance and tax consulting firm, and from 2000 to 2024 provided Encision with financial and tax consulting services. He is a certified public accountant (inactive) and holds an MBA and a Juris Doctor degree.

Did Encision, Inc. (ECIA) report operational disputes tied to the CEO’s resignation?

Encision states that, except for Gregory Trudel’s disagreement with the board on the company’s future direction, his resignation was not the result of any dispute or disagreement with the company on matters relating to its operations, policies or practices.

Is the leadership change at Encision, Inc. (ECIA) permanent?

Encision’s board has appointed Robert H. Fries as Interim President and CEO, indicating a temporary arrangement while the company determines its longer-term leadership structure.