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James River Group (JRVR) director Langwell will not seek re-election in 2026

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James River Group Holdings, Inc. announced that director Dennis J. Langwell has informed the company that he will not seek re-election at the 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders. The company states that his decision is not due to any disagreement regarding its operations, policies, or practices.

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance
Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
Notification date April 8, 2026 Date Dennis J. Langwell advised he will not seek re-election
Filing signature date April 14, 2026 Date the Form 8-K was signed by the Chief Legal Officer
Common stock par value $0.0002 per share Par value of James River Group Holdings common stock
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"does not intend to seek re-election as a director at the Company’s 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders"
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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 (Date of earliest event reported):April 8, 2026
JAMES RIVER GROUP HOLDINGS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware001-3677798-0585280
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)
1414 Raleigh Road, Suite 405, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27517
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
(919) 900-1200
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8‑K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2 below):
☐    Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐    Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a‑12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a‑12)
☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d‑2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d‑2(b))
☐    Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e‑4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e‑4(c))
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0002 per shareJRVRNASDAQ Global Select Market
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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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐


Item 5.02Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
On April 8, 2026, Dennis J. Langwell advised James River Group Holdings, Inc. (the “Company”) that he does not intend to seek re-election as a director at the Company’s 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders. Mr. Langwell’s decision not to stand for re-election was not the result of a disagreement with the Company with respect to any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.


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.
JAMES RIVER GROUP HOLDINGS, INC.
Dated: April 14, 2026
By: /s/ Jeanette Miller
Jeanette Miller
Chief Legal Officer

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What board change did James River Group Holdings (JRVR) disclose?

James River Group Holdings disclosed that director Dennis J. Langwell informed the company he does not intend to seek re-election at the 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders. The filing notes this decision is not due to any disagreement with the company’s operations, policies, or practices.

When did Dennis J. Langwell notify James River Group (JRVR) about not seeking re-election?

Dennis J. Langwell notified James River Group Holdings on April 8, 2026 that he does not intend to stand for re-election as a director. This notification precedes the company’s 2026 annual general meeting of shareholders, where his current board term is expected to end.

Did Dennis J. Langwell cite any disagreement with JRVR in deciding not to stand for re-election?

No. The company states that Dennis J. Langwell’s decision not to seek re-election as a director was not the result of any disagreement with James River Group Holdings regarding its operations, policies, or practices. This indicates an orderly, non-contentious board transition based on the disclosed information.

Which form did James River Group Holdings (JRVR) use for this board announcement?

James River Group Holdings used a Form 8-K to disclose Dennis J. Langwell’s decision not to seek re-election as a director. Form 8-K is used to report significant corporate events between regular periodic reports, including changes involving the company’s board of directors.

Who signed the James River Group (JRVR) filing about the director not seeking re-election?

The filing was signed on behalf of James River Group Holdings by Jeanette Miller, the company’s Chief Legal Officer. Her signature confirms that the company has duly authorized submission of the Form 8-K describing Dennis J. Langwell’s intention not to seek re-election as a director.

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