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[SCHEDULE 13D/A] Inspirato Incorporated SEC Filing

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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Brent and Bradley Handler amended their Schedule 13D for Inspirato Incorporated’s Class A common stock to update ownership and their position on the issuer’s proposed merger with Buyerlink, Inc. Brent reports beneficial ownership of 537,982 shares (about 4.3%) and Bradley reports 481,235 shares (about 3.8%) based on 12,469,941 shares outstanding. The Reporting Persons have delivered a demand under Section 220 to inspect Inspirato’s books and records and state the demand remains pending. After reviewing the issuer’s definitive proxy statement and a public stockholder presentation, they express material skepticism about the value of the merger, concerns about the board’s process in approving a deal with an entity wholly owned by Payam Zamani, and state they intend to vote against the proposed merger.

Positive
  • Section 220 demand filed — the Reporting Persons have formally sought inspection rights to examine the issuer’s books and records, indicating active oversight.
  • Clear disclosure of holdings — Brent reports 537,982 shares (~4.3%) and Bradley reports 481,235 shares (~3.8%) based on 12,469,941 outstanding shares, improving transparency for investors.
Negative
  • Public opposition to the Proposed Merger — the Reporting Persons state they intend to vote against the merger, which could reduce shareholder support for the transaction.
  • Governance and process concerns — they allege the board’s process for approving a deal with an entity wholly owned by Payam Zamani may not have sought the highest value for all stockholders.

Insights

TL;DR: Significant governance scrutiny: shareholders exercised Section 220 rights and publicly oppose a related-party merger.

The Reporting Persons' use of Section 220 to seek books and records signals serious governance concerns about deal process and disclosure. Publicly stating an intention to vote against the merger increases reputational pressure on the board and could influence other non-aligned holders that control roughly two-thirds of the shares not subject to a voting agreement. For investors, this raises questions about whether the board secured independent valuation and competitive alternatives before approving a transaction with a related-party purchaser.

TL;DR: Activist opposition to a strategic merger with a related-party buyer could materially affect deal completion and pricing.

The handlers highlight potential value mismatch between Inspirato’s luxury travel business and Buyerlink’s advertising-focused operations and challenge the board's process. Their disclosed stakes are modest but public opposition plus outstanding Section 220 demands can delay integration, spur additional bidder interest, or prompt revised terms. This is a material development for the proposed merger timeline and shareholder vote outcome.






If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The amount reported in rows 7 and 9 consists of 22,218 shares of Class A common stock held of record by Brent Handler. (2) The amount reported in rows 8 and 10 consists of (i) 496,905 shares of Class A common stock held of record by Brent L. Handler Revocable Trust for which Brent Handler serves as a trustee and (ii) 18,859 shares of Class A common stock held of record by the Brent L. Handler Descendant's Trust for which Brent Handler serves as a trustee. (3) The reported percentage is based on the quotient obtained by dividing (a) the aggregate amount beneficially owned by the Reporting Person as set forth in Row 11 by (b) 12,469.941 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of August 11, 2025, as reported in the Issuer's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 13, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) The amount reported in rows 8 and 10 consists of (i) 481,235 shares of Class A common stock held of record by Handler Revocable Trust for which Bradley Handler serves as a trustee and (ii) 334,497 shares of Class A common stock held of record by the HFIN 2020 Trust for which Bradley Handler is the beneficiary. (2) The reported percentage is based on the quotient obtained by dividing (a) the aggregate amount beneficially owned by the Reporting Person as set forth in Row 11 by (b) 12,469,941 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as of August 11, 2025, as reported in the Issuer's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 13, 2025.


SCHEDULE 13D


Brent Handler
Signature:/s/ Brent Handler
Name/Title:Brent Handler
Date:09/03/2025
Bradley A. Handler
Signature:/s/ Bradley A. Handler
Name/Title:Bradley A. Handler
Date:09/03/2025

FAQ

What stake do Brent and Bradley Handler report in ISPO?

Brent Handler reports beneficial ownership of 537,982 shares (~4.3%) and Bradley Handler reports 481,235 shares (~3.8%) based on 12,469,941 shares outstanding.

What action have the Reporting Persons taken to investigate Inspirato's merger?

They delivered a demand under Section 220 to inspect Inspirato’s books and records; the demand is reported as pending.

What is the Reporting Persons' position on Inspirato's proposed merger with Buyerlink?

After reviewing the proxy materials and a stockholder presentation, they expressed skepticism about the deal’s value and intend to vote against the proposed merger.

What governance concern do the Handlers raise about the merger?

They raise concerns that the board’s process in approving a merger with an entity wholly owned by Payam Zamani may not have maximized value for all stockholders.

Where can investors find the share count used for percentage calculations?

Percentages are based on 12,469,941 shares of Class A common stock outstanding as reported in the issuer’s quarterly report for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2025.
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