Director Frederick L. Russell Jr. to leave Kinsale Capital (KNSL) board in 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Kinsale Capital Group reports that longtime director Frederick L. Russell, Jr. has informed the company he will not stand for re-election to the Board of Directors when his current term ends at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

The company states that Mr. Russell’s decision does not involve any disagreement with Kinsale on its operations, policies, or practices. Following the end of his term, the Board expects to decrease its size from 10 to 9 directors, effective on the date of the 2026 Annual Meeting.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 5.02, 9.01

2 items

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.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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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): January 30, 2026

KINSALE CAPITAL GROUP, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware			001-37848			98-0664337
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)

2025 Staples Mill Road

Richmond, Virginia 23230

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(804) 289-1300

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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:

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

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share			KNSL			New York Stock Exchange

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).

Emerging growth company ☐

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 5.02    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On January 30, 2026, Frederick L. Russell, Jr. informed Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. (the “Company”) that he will not stand for re-election to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) when his current term expires at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2026 Annual Meeting”). Mr. Russell’s decision not to stand for re-election did not involve any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. The Board anticipates that it will decrease the size of the Board from 10 to 9 directors effective on the date of the 2026 Annual Meeting.

Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit No.						Description
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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.

						Kinsale Capital Group, Inc.
Dated: February 4, 2026			By:			/s/ Bryan P. Petrucelli
						Bryan P. Petrucelli
						Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

FAQ

What director change did Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) disclose in this 8-K?

Kinsale Capital Group disclosed that director Frederick L. Russell, Jr. will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting, and his current term will end at that meeting in the normal course of Board refreshment.

Did Frederick L. Russell, Jr. cite any disagreement with Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL)?

No. The filing states that Mr. Russell’s decision did not involve any disagreement with Kinsale on its operations, policies, or practices, indicating a routine transition rather than a conflict-driven departure from the Board.

How will Kinsale Capital Group’s (KNSL) Board size change after the 2026 Annual Meeting?

Kinsale Capital Group’s Board of Directors is expected to shrink from 10 to 9 members effective on the date of the 2026 Annual Meeting, reflecting Mr. Russell’s decision not to stand for re-election when his current term expires.

When is the change to the Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) Board expected to take effect?

The Board change is expected to take effect on the date of the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, when Frederick L. Russell, Jr.’s current term ends and the Board size is anticipated to be reduced from 10 to 9 directors.

Does this Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) filing include any financial results or earnings data?

No. This 8-K focuses on a Board of Directors change, specifically Mr. Russell’s decision not to seek re-election and the planned reduction in Board size. It does not provide financial results, earnings data, or operational performance figures.

Which officer signed the Kinsale Capital Group (KNSL) 8-K about the Board change?

The 8-K was signed on behalf of Kinsale Capital Group by Bryan P. Petrucelli, who serves as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, indicating senior-level acknowledgment of the disclosed Board transition.