Gencor Industries (GENC) founder to retire as Executive Chairman; Marc Elliott named Chairman

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Gencor Industries, Inc. reports a planned leadership transition. On December 17, 2025, founder and longtime leader EJ Elliott informed the Board that he will retire as Executive Chairman, effective December 31, 2025. He founded Gencor in 1968, has served as Chairman of the Board since then, and was Chief Executive Officer from 1968 to 2016.

In connection with this retirement, the Board has appointed Marc Elliott, currently Gencor’s President and a director since 2007, to become Chairman effective January 1, 2026. The company also issued a press release about this transition, furnished as Exhibit 99.1.

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Corporate governance analyst

Founder retires as Executive Chairman; internal successor named Chairman.

Gencor Industries discloses that founder EJ Elliott will retire as Executive Chairman effective December 31, 2025, ending a leadership role that began with the company’s founding in 1968. He has held the Chairman position since 1968 and previously served as Chief Executive Officer through 2016.

The Board has appointed Marc Elliott, the current President and a director since 2007, to serve as Chairman effective January 1, 2026. This reflects an internal succession approach, maintaining continuity among long-tenured leadership rather than bringing in an external chair.

The transition centers on governance and oversight rather than disclosing any financial or strategic shift. Investors focused on board stability and succession planning may pay particular attention to Marc Elliott’s combined roles as President and Chairman after January 1, 2026, as future company communications describe his priorities.

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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: December 17, 2025

(Date of earliest event reported)

GENCOR INDUSTRIES, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

5201 North Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, Florida 32810

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(407) 290-6000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Delaware		001-11703		59-0933147
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporated or organization)		Commission File Number		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

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

Title of Each Class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of Exchange on which registered
Common Stock ($.10 Par Value)		GENC		NYSE American LLC

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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Item 5.02(b). Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On December 17, 2025, EJ Elliott who serves as the Executive Chairman of the Company, informed the Board of Directors of Gencor Industries, Inc. (“Gencor” or the “Company”) that he will retire as Gencor’s Executive Chairman, effective December 31, 2025.

EJ Elliott founded the Company in 1968 and has been Chairman of the Board since 1968. He served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Company from 1968 to 2016.

In connection with EJ Elliott’s retirement, the Board of Directors has appointed Marc Elliott to serve as Gencor’s Chairman effective January 1, 2026. Marc Elliott has served on Gencor’s Board of Directors since 2007 and currently serves as Gencor’s President.

A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit		Description
99.1		Press release issued by Gencor Industries, Inc. on December 23, 2025
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

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.

				GENCOR INDUSTRIES, INC.
December 23, 2025				By:		/s/ Eric E. Mellen
						Eric E. Mellen
						Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

FAQ

What leadership change did Gencor Industries (GENC) disclose?

Gencor Industries disclosed that EJ Elliott will retire as Executive Chairman effective December 31, 2025, and that Marc Elliott will become Chairman effective January 1, 2026.

Who is EJ Elliott at Gencor Industries (GENC) and what is his history with the company?

EJ Elliott founded Gencor in 1968, has been Chairman of the Board since 1968, and served as Chief Executive Officer from 1968 to 2016. He is retiring as Executive Chairman at the end of 2025.

Who will become Chairman of Gencor Industries (GENC) and when?

Marc Elliott, currently President of Gencor and a Board member since 2007, has been appointed to serve as Chairman effective January 1, 2026.

Does Marc Elliott already hold roles at Gencor Industries (GENC)?

Yes. Marc Elliott currently serves as President of Gencor and has served on the Board of Directors since 2007, prior to his appointment as Chairman.

Did Gencor Industries (GENC) issue a press release about the leadership transition?

Yes. A press release regarding the leadership transition was issued by Gencor Industries, Inc. and is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the report.

What type of SEC disclosure did Gencor Industries (GENC) use for this leadership change?

The leadership change was disclosed in a current report filed under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, describing EJ Elliott’s retirement and the appointment of Marc Elliott as Chairman.