Kohls (KSS) senior EVP and Director of Stores to retire in 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Kohl’s Corporation reported a planned leadership change, announcing that Fred Hand, its Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Stores, will retire effective April 3, 2026. The company states there are no changes to Mr. Hand’s compensation or other employment terms in connection with this retirement.

Any benefits he may receive will be governed by an existing Executive Compensation Agreement dated September 25, 2023 between Kohl’s, Inc. and Mr. Hand. The update is limited to this succession-related disclosure and does not describe additional management or strategic changes.

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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 28, 2026

KOHL'S CORPORATION

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Wisconsin			001-11084	39-1630919
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
N56 W17000 Ridgewood Drive
Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin				53051
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 262 703-7000

(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:

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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, $.01 par value		KSS		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 28, 2026, Kohl’s Corporation (the “Company”) announced that Fred Hand will be retiring as the Company’s Senior Executive Vice President, Director of Stores, effective April 3, 2026. There have been no changes to Mr. Hand’s compensatory arrangements or other terms of employment in connection with his retirement. Any benefits to which Mr. Hand may be entitled are governed by the Executive Compensation Agreement, dated September 25, 2023, between Kohl’s, Inc. and Mr. Hand.

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.

			KOHL'S CORPORATION
Date:	January 28, 2026	By:	/s/ Jennifer Kent
			Jennifer Kent Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

FAQ

What leadership change did Kohls (KSS) disclose in this 8-K?

Kohls reported that Fred Hand, its Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Stores, will retire. The filing identifies his role and retirement as the central event, without detailing broader strategic or organizational changes beyond this transition.

When will Fred Hand retire from Kohls (KSS)?

Fred Hand is scheduled to retire from his role at Kohls effective April 3, 2026. This date marks the end of his service as Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Stores, as disclosed in the companys report.

Did Kohls (KSS) change Fred Hands compensation in connection with his retirement?

Kohls states there have been no changes to Fred Hands compensatory arrangements or other employment terms tied to his retirement. His pay and employment conditions remain as previously agreed before the retirement announcement.

What agreement governs Fred Hands retirement benefits at Kohls (KSS)?

Any benefits Fred Hand may receive are governed by an Executive Compensation Agreement dated September 25, 2023. This agreement is between Kohls, Inc. and Mr. Hand and sets the terms applicable to his compensation-related benefits.

Does this Kohls (KSS) 8-K include financial or earnings results?

The report focuses on the announced retirement of Senior Executive Vice President Fred Hand. It describes his planned departure and related compensation terms but does not present revenue, earnings, or broader financial performance information in the provided text.

Which position is Fred Hand retiring from at Kohls (KSS)?

Fred Hand is retiring from his role as Senior Executive Vice President and Director of Stores at Kohls. The filing highlights this position as his current role and the subject of the retirement announcement effective April 3, 2026.