8x8 (NASDAQ: EGHT) CFO to assume principal accounting officer role

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

8x8, Inc. reported a planned leadership change in its finance organization. Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer Suzanne Seandel has notified the company of her intention to resign on a separation date expected in mid-April 2026. Her decision is stated as not due to any disagreement over operations, policies, or practices.

The company is starting a formal search for her successor, and expects to retain Ms. Seandel as a consultant through May 31, 2026, spanning the expected filing of its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. Effective as of the separation date, CFO Kevin Kraus will also serve as principal accounting officer. The filing notes there are no new compensation arrangements, no family relationships with directors or executives, and no related-party transactions requiring disclosure for Mr. Kraus.

8X8 INC /DE/0001023731false00010237312026-03-112026-03-11

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

March 11, 2026

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware

001-38312

77-0142404

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

675 Creekside Way

Campbell, CA 95008

(Address of principal executive offices including zip code)

(408) 727-1885

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not Applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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COMMON STOCK, PAR VALUE $.001 PER SHARE

EGHT

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Item 5.02. Departures of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

(b)    On March 11, 2026, Suzanne Seandel notified 8x8, Inc. (the “Company”) of her intention to resign from her position as Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer of the Company at a future date that is mutually agreeable to the Company and Ms. Seandel (currently expected in mid-April 2026) (the “Separation Date”). Ms. Seandel’s resignation is not the result of any disagreement regarding the Company’s operations, policies or practices. The Company is commencing a formal search for Ms. Seandel’s successor.

The Company and Ms. Seandel expect to enter into a consulting arrangement pursuant to which Ms. Seandel will make herself available to consult with the Company through May 31, 2026, during which time the Company expects to file its annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.

(c)    Effective the Separation Date, Kevin Kraus, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, will be appointed to the role of principal accounting officer.

Mr. Kraus was appointed as permanent Chief Financial Officer and principal financial officer of the Company on June 5, 2023. Mr. Kraus, 56, previously served as Interim Chief Financial Officer from November 2022 to June 2023. Prior to serving as Interim Chief Financial Officer, Mr. Kraus served as the Senior Vice President of Finance at the Company since October 2019, with responsibility for overseeing the Company’s financial reporting, planning, and procurement functions. Prior to joining 8x8, Mr. Kraus served as Vice President of Finance for Imperva, a cyber security software company, from 2018 until 2019 and Senior Director of Finance for Gigamon, a network visibility and traffic monitoring technology company, from 2015 until 2017, with responsibilities for financial planning and analysis, procurement, facilities management, SEC reporting and investor relations support, sales compensation operations, and M&A integration. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick and an MBA from the Pennsylvania State University.

No new compensatory agreements were entered into with Mr. Kraus in connection with his appointment as principal accounting officer. Mr. Kraus does not have any family relationship with any director or executive officer of the Company, and except for his existing compensatory agreements with the Company, he has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

(e)    The information set forth above under Item 5.02(b) and (c) is hereby incorporated by reference into this Item 5.02(e).

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit						Description
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File, formatted in Inline XBRL

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.

Date: March 17, 2026

8x8, Inc.

By: /s/ KEVIN KRAUS

Kevin Kraus

Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)

FAQ

What executive change did 8x8 (EGHT) announce in this 8-K?

8x8 announced that Chief Accounting Officer Suzanne Seandel intends to resign, with her separation expected in mid-April 2026. The company plans for CFO Kevin Kraus to assume the role of principal accounting officer effective as of that separation date.

Did 8x8 (EGHT) indicate any disagreement behind Suzanne Seandel’s resignation?

The company stated that Suzanne Seandel’s resignation is not the result of any disagreement regarding 8x8’s operations, policies, or practices. This language is intended to reassure investors that her departure is not tied to accounting or governance disputes.

Will 8x8 (EGHT) continue to work with Suzanne Seandel after her resignation?

Yes. 8x8 and Suzanne Seandel expect to enter into a consulting arrangement through May 31, 2026. During this period, she will remain available to support the company, including through the expected filing of its Form 10-K for the year ended March 31, 2026.

What new responsibilities will CFO Kevin Kraus take on at 8x8 (EGHT)?

Effective as of the separation date, CFO Kevin Kraus will also serve as 8x8’s principal accounting officer. This adds formal responsibility for the company’s accounting function to his existing role as Chief Financial Officer and principal financial officer.

Did 8x8 (EGHT) change Kevin Kraus’s compensation with his new role?

No. The filing specifically states that no new compensatory agreements were entered into with Kevin Kraus in connection with his appointment as principal accounting officer. His existing compensation arrangements with the company remain in place without additional awards disclosed.

Are there any related-party concerns with Kevin Kraus’s expanded role at 8x8 (EGHT)?

The company states that Kevin Kraus has no family relationship with any director or executive officer. Aside from his existing compensatory agreements, he has no direct or indirect material interest in transactions that would require disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

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