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[SCHEDULE 13D/A] Inspirato Incorporated SEC Filing

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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.

Brent e Bradley Handler hanno modificato il loro Schedule 13D relativo alle azioni di classe A di Inspirato Incorporated per aggiornare la propria partecipazione e la posizione riguardo alla proposta di fusione con Buyerlink, Inc. Brent dichiara la titolarità effettiva di 537.982 azioni (circa 4,3%) e Bradley di 481.235 azioni (circa 3,8%), su un totale di 12.469.941 azioni in circolazione. I suddetti soggetti segnalanti hanno presentato una richiesta ai sensi della Sezione 220 per ispezionare libri e registri di Inspirato, richiesta che risulta ancora pendente. Dopo aver esaminato la dichiarazione definitiva del proxy dell'emittente e una presentazione pubblica agli azionisti, esprimono significativo scetticismo sul valore della fusione, preoccupazioni sul processo decisionale del consiglio nell'approvare un accordo con un’entità interamente controllata da Payam Zamani e dichiarano che intendono votare contro la proposta di fusione.

Brent y Bradley Handler enmendaron su Schedule 13D relativo a las acciones Clase A de Inspirato Incorporated para actualizar su participación y su postura sobre la propuesta de fusión con Buyerlink, Inc. Brent informa la propiedad beneficiaria de 537.982 acciones (aprox. 4,3%) y Bradley de 481.235 acciones (aprox. 3,8%), con 12.469.941 acciones en circulación. Las personas informantes han presentado una solicitud conforme a la Sección 220 para inspeccionar los libros y registros de Inspirato, solicitud que permanece pendiente. Tras revisar la declaración definitiva del proxy del emisor y una presentación pública para accionistas, muestran escepticismo material sobre el valor de la fusión, inquietudes sobre el proceso del consejo al aprobar un acuerdo con una entidad totalmente propiedad de Payam Zamani y declaran que tienen la intención de votar en contra de la propuesta de fusión.

Brent와 Bradley Handler는 Inspirato Incorporated의 클래스 A 보통주에 관한 Schedule 13D를 수정하여 보유 지분과 Buyerlink, Inc.과의 제안된 합병에 대한 입장을 업데이트했습니다. Brent는 유효 소유권을 537,982주(약 4.3%)로, Bradley는 481,235주(약 3.8%)로 보고하며, 발행주식 수는 12,469,941주입니다. 보고인들은 섹션 220에 따른 서류 열람 요구를 제출해 Inspirato의 장부 및 기록을 조사하려 했으며, 해당 요구는 현재 계류 중입니다. 발행사의 확정 위임장(디피니티브 프록시)과 공개 주주 설명자료를 검토한 후, 그들은 합병 가치에 대해 중대한 회의를 표명하고, Payam Zamani가 전적으로 소유한 법인과의 거래를 승인한 이사회 절차에 우려를 제기하며 제안된 합병에 반대표를 던질 의사가 있다고 밝혔습니다.

Brent et Bradley Handler ont modifié leur Schedule 13D concernant les actions ordinaires de classe A d'Inspirato Incorporated afin de mettre à jour leur participation et leur position sur la fusion proposée avec Buyerlink, Inc. Brent déclare détenir à titre bénéficiaire 537 982 actions (environ 4,3%) et Bradley 481 235 actions (environ 3,8%), sur un total de 12 469 941 actions en circulation. Les personnes déclarantes ont adressé une demande en vertu de la Section 220 pour consulter les livres et registres d'Inspirato ; cette demande est toujours en attente. Après examen de la déclaration définitive de procuration de l'émetteur et d'une présentation publique aux actionnaires, ils expriment un scepticisme important quant à la valeur de la fusion, des inquiétudes concernant le processus du conseil d'administration ayant approuvé un accord avec une entité entièrement détenue par Payam Zamani, et déclarent qu'ils ont l'intention de voter contre la fusion proposée.

Brent und Bradley Handler haben ihr Schedule 13D für die Class-A-Stammaktien von Inspirato Incorporated geändert, um ihre Beteiligung und ihre Stellungnahme zur vorgeschlagenen Fusion mit Buyerlink, Inc. zu aktualisieren. Brent meldet wirtschaftliches Eigentum an 537.982 Aktien (etwa 4,3%) und Bradley an 481.235 Aktien (etwa 3,8%) bei 12.469.941 ausstehenden Aktien. Die meldenden Personen haben gemäß Section 220 eine Aufforderung zur Einsicht in Inspiratos Bücher und Unterlagen gestellt; diese Forderung ist noch anhängig. Nach Prüfung der endgültigen Proxy-Erklärung des Emittenten und einer öffentlichen Aktionärspräsentation äußern sie erhebliches Misstrauen gegenüber dem Wert der Fusion, Bedenken bezüglich des Prozesses des Vorstands bei der Genehmigung eines Geschäfts mit einer vollständig im Besitz von Payam Zamani stehenden Einheit und geben an, dass sie beabsichtigen, gegen die vorgeschlagene Fusion zu stimmen.

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.

Brent e Bradley Handler hanno modificato il loro Schedule 13D relativo alle azioni di classe A di Inspirato Incorporated per aggiornare la propria partecipazione e la posizione riguardo alla proposta di fusione con Buyerlink, Inc. Brent dichiara la titolarità effettiva di 537.982 azioni (circa 4,3%) e Bradley di 481.235 azioni (circa 3,8%), su un totale di 12.469.941 azioni in circolazione. I suddetti soggetti segnalanti hanno presentato una richiesta ai sensi della Sezione 220 per ispezionare libri e registri di Inspirato, richiesta che risulta ancora pendente. Dopo aver esaminato la dichiarazione definitiva del proxy dell'emittente e una presentazione pubblica agli azionisti, esprimono significativo scetticismo sul valore della fusione, preoccupazioni sul processo decisionale del consiglio nell'approvare un accordo con un’entità interamente controllata da Payam Zamani e dichiarano che intendono votare contro la proposta di fusione.

Brent y Bradley Handler enmendaron su Schedule 13D relativo a las acciones Clase A de Inspirato Incorporated para actualizar su participación y su postura sobre la propuesta de fusión con Buyerlink, Inc. Brent informa la propiedad beneficiaria de 537.982 acciones (aprox. 4,3%) y Bradley de 481.235 acciones (aprox. 3,8%), con 12.469.941 acciones en circulación. Las personas informantes han presentado una solicitud conforme a la Sección 220 para inspeccionar los libros y registros de Inspirato, solicitud que permanece pendiente. Tras revisar la declaración definitiva del proxy del emisor y una presentación pública para accionistas, muestran escepticismo material sobre el valor de la fusión, inquietudes sobre el proceso del consejo al aprobar un acuerdo con una entidad totalmente propiedad de Payam Zamani y declaran que tienen la intención de votar en contra de la propuesta de fusión.

Brent와 Bradley Handler는 Inspirato Incorporated의 클래스 A 보통주에 관한 Schedule 13D를 수정하여 보유 지분과 Buyerlink, Inc.과의 제안된 합병에 대한 입장을 업데이트했습니다. Brent는 유효 소유권을 537,982주(약 4.3%)로, Bradley는 481,235주(약 3.8%)로 보고하며, 발행주식 수는 12,469,941주입니다. 보고인들은 섹션 220에 따른 서류 열람 요구를 제출해 Inspirato의 장부 및 기록을 조사하려 했으며, 해당 요구는 현재 계류 중입니다. 발행사의 확정 위임장(디피니티브 프록시)과 공개 주주 설명자료를 검토한 후, 그들은 합병 가치에 대해 중대한 회의를 표명하고, Payam Zamani가 전적으로 소유한 법인과의 거래를 승인한 이사회 절차에 우려를 제기하며 제안된 합병에 반대표를 던질 의사가 있다고 밝혔습니다.

Brent et Bradley Handler ont modifié leur Schedule 13D concernant les actions ordinaires de classe A d'Inspirato Incorporated afin de mettre à jour leur participation et leur position sur la fusion proposée avec Buyerlink, Inc. Brent déclare détenir à titre bénéficiaire 537 982 actions (environ 4,3%) et Bradley 481 235 actions (environ 3,8%), sur un total de 12 469 941 actions en circulation. Les personnes déclarantes ont adressé une demande en vertu de la Section 220 pour consulter les livres et registres d'Inspirato ; cette demande est toujours en attente. Après examen de la déclaration définitive de procuration de l'émetteur et d'une présentation publique aux actionnaires, ils expriment un scepticisme important quant à la valeur de la fusion, des inquiétudes concernant le processus du conseil d'administration ayant approuvé un accord avec une entité entièrement détenue par Payam Zamani, et déclarent qu'ils ont l'intention de voter contre la fusion proposée.

Brent und Bradley Handler haben ihr Schedule 13D für die Class-A-Stammaktien von Inspirato Incorporated geändert, um ihre Beteiligung und ihre Stellungnahme zur vorgeschlagenen Fusion mit Buyerlink, Inc. zu aktualisieren. Brent meldet wirtschaftliches Eigentum an 537.982 Aktien (etwa 4,3%) und Bradley an 481.235 Aktien (etwa 3,8%) bei 12.469.941 ausstehenden Aktien. Die meldenden Personen haben gemäß Section 220 eine Aufforderung zur Einsicht in Inspiratos Bücher und Unterlagen gestellt; diese Forderung ist noch anhängig. Nach Prüfung der endgültigen Proxy-Erklärung des Emittenten und einer öffentlichen Aktionärspräsentation äußern sie erhebliches Misstrauen gegenüber dem Wert der Fusion, Bedenken bezüglich des Prozesses des Vorstands bei der Genehmigung eines Geschäfts mit einer vollständig im Besitz von Payam Zamani stehenden Einheit und geben an, dass sie beabsichtigen, gegen die vorgeschlagene Fusion zu stimmen.






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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