Pitney Bowes CEO restructures 2.57M-share stake
Pitney Bowes President & CEO Kurt Wolf reported a restructuring of his Pitney Bowes share holdings connected to Hestia Capital funds, rather than a new purchase or sale.
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Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Pitney Bowes President & CEO Kurt Wolf reported a restructuring of his Pitney Bowes share holdings connected to Hestia Capital funds, rather than a new purchase or sale. He received an in-kind distribution of 1,067,507 shares of Common Stock from Hestia Capital Partners, LP at a reference price of $16.10 per share, while 432,493 shares were distributed in-kind to other limited partners.
Footnotes explain that his personal economic exposure to Pitney Bowes stock is unchanged, as the transactions mainly convert indirect fund-held shares into direct ownership and adjust other indirect positions, including separately managed accounts. Following the restructuring, he holds 1,132,202 shares directly and 3,879,981 shares indirectly through Hestia Capital Partners, LP, plus 338,256 shares in separately managed accounts where he may be deemed a beneficial owner.
Insider Trade Summary
Other: 2,567,507 shares
Other
3 txns
Insider
Wolf Kurt James
Role
President & CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other | Common Stock | 1,067,507 | $16.10 | $17.19M |
| Other | Common Stock | 1,500,000 | $16.10 | $24.15M |
| holding | Common Stock | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 1,132,202 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 3,879,981 shares (Indirect, By Hestia Capital Partners, LP);
Common Stock — 338,256 shares (Indirect, By Separately Managed Accounts)
Footnotes (3)
- F1. The reported transactions reflect (i) the Reporting Person's in-kind direct receipt of 1,067,507 shares distributed by Hestia Capital Partners, LP (collectively with its affiliates, "Hestia" or the "Funds") based on a reduction of the Funds' aggregate position in the Issuer's Common Stock and (ii) the in-kind distribution of shares held indirectly by the Reporting Person, consisting of 1,067,507 shares that were distributed in-kind to the Reporting Person and 432,493 shares that were distributed in-kind to other participating limited partners. The Reporting Person's personal holdings of the Issuer's Common Stock remain unchanged, as the reported transactions reflect a change in the Reporting Person's form of beneficial ownership rather than a sale by the Reporting Person.
- F2. The number of shares received by the Reporting Person was determined based on Hestia's pro rata distribution of shares to each limited partner participating in the distribution event and the closing price of the Issuer's Common Stock as of the close of trading on May 29, 2026.
- F3. The Reporting Person is the managing member of (a) Hestia Partners GP, the general partner of Hestia Capital Partners, LP (Hestia Capital), and (b) Hestia LLC, the investment manager of Hestia Capital and certain separately managed accounts (the SMAs). As the managing member of each of Hestia Partners GP and Hestia LLC, the Reporting Person may be deemed the beneficial owner of the shares directly owned by Hestia Capital and the shares held in the SMAs. The Reporting Person disclaims beneficial ownership of these securities except to the extent of his pecuniary interests therein.
Key Figures
Restructured shares: 2,567,507 shares
In-kind distribution to CEO: 1,067,507 shares
Indirect distribution to other partners: 432,493 shares
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Restructured shares
2,567,507 shares
Total shares in restructuring transactions with code J
In-kind distribution to CEO
1,067,507 shares
Shares received directly from Hestia Capital Partners, LP
Indirect distribution to other partners
432,493 shares
Shares distributed in-kind to other limited partners
Reference share price
$16.10 per share
Closing price used for distribution on May 29, 2026
Post-transaction indirect holdings via Hestia
3,879,981 shares
Common Stock held indirectly through Hestia Capital Partners, LP
Post-transaction direct holdings
1,132,202 shares
Common Stock held directly by Kurt Wolf
Holdings in separately managed accounts
338,256 shares
Common Stock in SMAs where he may be deemed beneficial owner
Key Terms
in-kind distribution, separately managed accounts, beneficial owner, pecuniary interests, +1 more
5 terms
in-kind distribution financial
"shares that were distributed in-kind to the Reporting Person and 432,493 shares"
A distribution of value to shareholders or beneficiaries made by transferring assets instead of paying cash, such as shares, bonds, or property. Like receiving a box of goods rather than money, it changes what you hold rather than adding liquid funds; investors care because it affects a portfolio’s composition, liquidity, tax reporting, and cost basis for the received assets.
separately managed accounts financial
"certain separately managed accounts (the SMAs). As the managing member"
A separately managed account is an investment portfolio owned by a single investor but professionally managed to that investor’s specific goals and preferences, rather than pooled with other clients’ money. It matters to investors because it offers greater customization, tax control and transparency—like hiring a personal chef instead of eating from a shared buffet—though it often requires higher minimums and can have different fee and liquidity implications.
beneficial owner financial
"the Reporting Person may be deemed the beneficial owner of the shares"
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
pecuniary interests financial
"disclaims beneficial ownership of these securities except to the extent of his pecuniary interests"
limited partners financial
"pro rata distribution of shares to each limited partner participating in the distribution event"
Limited partners are investors who provide most of the capital to an investment partnership but do not run its day-to-day business; they have liability only up to the amount they invested. Think of them as silent backers who hire a manager to make decisions and share in profits or losses; their importance to investors lies in shaping how much money a fund can deploy, the risk and return profile they receive, and the liquidity and fees associated with that investment.
FAQ
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What did Pitney Bowes (PBI) CEO Kurt Wolf report in this Form 4?
He reported an in-kind restructuring of his Pitney Bowes Common Stock holdings, receiving 1,067,507 shares from Hestia Capital Partners, LP while other limited partners received 432,493 shares, with no change to his overall personal economic exposure.
What are Kurt Wolf’s Pitney Bowes (PBI) holdings after the restructuring?
After the restructuring, he holds 1,132,202 Pitney Bowes Common Stock shares directly, 3,879,981 shares indirectly through Hestia Capital Partners, LP, and 338,256 shares indirectly via separately managed accounts where he may be deemed a beneficial owner.
What role does Hestia Capital play in the Pitney Bowes (PBI) Form 4?
Hestia Capital Partners, LP distributed Pitney Bowes shares in-kind to limited partners, including 1,067,507 shares to Kurt Wolf. As managing member of related entities, he may be deemed beneficial owner of shares held by Hestia Capital and certain separately managed accounts.
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