Gevo CEO granted stock and options awards

Gevo, Inc. CEO Paul D. Bloom reported new equity compensation awards and updated holdings.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Gevo, Inc. CEO Paul D. Bloom reported new equity compensation awards and updated holdings. He received 670,732 shares of restricted common stock that vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, contingent on continued service. He was also granted 774,967 stock options exercisable at $1.64 per share, vesting on the same three-year schedule and expiring on May 19, 2036. Following the grants, he holds 1,594,323 shares of common stock directly and 28,134.05 shares indirectly through a 401(k) plan, which reflects 6,165.91 shares acquired and 71.03 shares disposed to cover plan administrative fees over the stated period.

Insider Trade Summary

Grant/Award: 1,445,699 shares

Grant/Award 3 txns

Insider Bloom Paul D

Role CEO

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Grant/Award	Stock Option	774,967	$0.00	$0.00
Grant/Award	Common Stock	670,732	$0.00	$0.00
holding	Common Stock	--	--	--

Holdings After Transaction: Stock Option — 774,967 contracts (Direct); Common Stock — 1,594,323 shares (Direct); Common Stock — 28,134.05 shares (Indirect, By 401(k) Plan)

Footnotes (3)

1. F1. Represents restricted common stock that vests in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, provided that the reporting person remains in continuous service with the issuer as of each vesting date.
2. F2. Between September 17, 2025 and May 20, 2026, the reporting person (i) acquired 6,165.91 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan; and (ii) disposed of 71.03 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan to cover administrative fees. The information in this report is based on a plan statement dated April 22, 2026.
3. F3. The stock options shall vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, provided that the reporting person remains in continuous service with the issuer as of each vesting date.

Key Figures

Restricted stock grant: 670,732 shares Stock options granted: 774,967 options Option exercise price: $1.64 per share +5 more

8 metrics

Restricted stock grant 670,732 shares Common stock award vesting in three equal annual installments

Stock options granted 774,967 options Options on common stock granted with three-year vesting

Option exercise price $1.64 per share Conversion or exercise price of stock options

Option expiration May 19, 2036 Expiration date of granted stock options

Direct holdings after grant 1,594,323 shares Common stock directly owned following restricted stock award

Indirect 401(k) holdings 28,134.05 shares Common stock held through Gevo 401(k) plan

401(k) shares acquired 6,165.91 shares Acquired under 401(k) plan between Sep 17, 2025 and May 20, 2026

401(k) shares disposed 71.03 shares Disposed under 401(k) plan to cover administrative fees

Key Terms

restricted common stock, 401(k) plan, stock options, vesting, +1 more

5 terms

restricted common stock financial

"Represents restricted common stock that vests in three equal annual installments"

Restricted common stock is company shares that carry limits on selling or transferring for a set period or until certain conditions are met, like time-based vesting or regulatory clearance. Think of them as shares in a locked box that gradually open; they can become freely tradable later but initially reduce the number of shares available on the market. Investors watch restricted stock because its eventual release can change a company’s share supply, affect stock price, and influence control and dilution.

401(k) plan financial

"acquired 6,165.91 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan"

A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement account that lets employees set aside part of their pay into a tax-advantaged savings pot, often with employers adding matching contributions — like a workplace piggy bank for future income. It matters to investors because the amount people save and how employers fund these plans influence consumer spending, corporate payroll costs and the flow of money into financial markets, which can affect stock prices and company valuations.

stock options financial

"The stock options shall vest in three equal annual installments"

Stock options are agreements that give a person the right to buy or sell a company's stock at a specific price within a certain time frame. They are often used as a reward or incentive, similar to a coupon that can be used later if the stock price rises, allowing the holder to make a profit.

vesting financial

"vests in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date"

Vesting is the process by which you earn full ownership of something, like company stock or a retirement benefit, over time. It’s like earning the right to keep a gift piece by piece the longer you stay with a company, making sure employees stay committed before they receive all the benefits.

administrative fees financial

"disposed of 71.03 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan to cover administrative fees"

FAQ

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What equity awards did Gevo (GEVO) CEO Paul Bloom receive in this Form 4?

Gevo CEO Paul Bloom received 670,732 restricted shares of common stock and 774,967 stock options at $1.64 per share. Both awards are compensation grants, not open-market purchases, and form part of his long-term incentive package.

How do Paul Bloom’s restricted Gevo (GEVO) shares vest?

The 670,732 restricted shares vest in three equal annual installments starting on the first anniversary of the grant date. Vesting requires that he remain in continuous service with Gevo on each vesting date, tying the award to ongoing employment.

What are the terms of Paul Bloom’s new Gevo (GEVO) stock options?

Paul Bloom was granted 774,967 stock options with an exercise price of $1.64 per share, expiring on May 19, 2036. These options vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date.

What are Paul Bloom’s direct Gevo (GEVO) share holdings after these grants?

After the reported grants, Paul Bloom directly holds 1,594,323 shares of Gevo common stock. This figure reflects his position following the award of 670,732 restricted shares and is separate from his indirect holdings through the company’s 401(k) plan.

How many Gevo (GEVO) shares does Paul Bloom hold through the 401(k) plan?

Through Gevo’s 401(k) plan, Paul Bloom indirectly holds 28,134.05 shares of common stock. Between September 17, 2025 and May 20, 2026, he acquired 6,165.91 shares and disposed of 71.03 shares to cover plan administrative fees.

Are Paul Bloom’s Gevo (GEVO) transactions open-market buys or sales?

The report shows compensation-related grants of restricted stock and options, not open-market trades. The 401(k) activity reflects plan acquisitions and small disposals for administrative fees, rather than discretionary buying or selling of Gevo shares on the open market.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED 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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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Bloom Paul D

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O GEVO, INC. 345 INVERNESS DRIVE SOUTH

BUILDING C, SUITE 310

(Street)

ENGLEWOOD COLORADO 80112

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Gevo, Inc. [ GEVO ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	CEO

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/20/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form 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)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Common Stock(1)	05/20/2026		A		670,732	A	$0	1,594,323	D
Common Stock								28,134.05(2)	I	By 401(k) Plan

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)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Stock Option	$1.64	05/20/2026		A		774,967		(3)	05/19/2036	Common Stock	774,967	$0	774,967	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. Represents restricted common stock that vests in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, provided that the reporting person remains in continuous service with the issuer as of each vesting date.

2. Between September 17, 2025 and May 20, 2026, the reporting person (i) acquired 6,165.91 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan; and (ii) disposed of 71.03 shares of the issuer's common stock under the issuer's 401(k) plan to cover administrative fees. The information in this report is based on a plan statement dated April 22, 2026.

3. The stock options shall vest in three equal annual installments beginning on the first anniversary of the grant date, provided that the reporting person remains in continuous service with the issuer as of each vesting date.

Remarks:

	/s/ E. Cabell Massey, Attorney-in-Fact	05/22/2026
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