Alex Valente named Co-COO at Piedmont Realty Trust (PDM)

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Piedmont Realty Trust, Inc. reported that its Board of Directors appointed Alex Valente, age 40, as Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer effective February 3, 2026. Valente has been with the company for nearly 20 years, overseeing leasing, asset management, construction, and redevelopment across many properties.

Since 2019, he has served as Executive Vice President for the Southeast Region and has negotiated leases with some of Piedmont’s largest tenants. The company states there is no family relationship between Valente and any directors or other executive officers. He participates in Piedmont’s Executive Severance Plan as described in its March 21, 2025 annual proxy statement.

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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):  February 3, 2026

Piedmont Realty Trust, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Commission File Number:  001-34626

 

Maryland						58-2328421
(State or other jurisdiction of						(IRS Employer
incorporation)						Identification No.)

5565 Glenridge Connector Ste. 450

Atlanta, Georgia 30342

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(770) 418-8800

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Not applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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

Title of each class

Trading Symbol

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common Stock, $0.01 par value

PDM

New York Stock Exchange

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

(c) Appointment of Alex Valente as Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer

On February 3, 2026, the Board of Directors of Piedmont Realty Trust, Inc. (the “Registrant”) appointed Alex Valente, 40, to serve as Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. Mr. Valente has been with the Registrant for almost 20 years and has been responsible for leasing, asset management, construction, and redevelopment activities for numerous assets throughout the Registrant's portfolio during his tenure, including negotiating leases with some of the Registrant's largest tenants. Since 2019, he has served as Executive Vice-President- Southeast Region. There is no family relationship between Mr. Valente and any of the Registrant’s directors or other executive officers. Mr. Valente is currently a participant in the Registrant's Executive Severance Plan as more fully described on page 52 of the Registrant’s most recent Annual Proxy Statement as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 21, 2025, which description is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 9.01    Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits:

Exhibit No.						Description
10.1						Press Release dated February 3, 2026
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this Current Report on Form 8-K to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Piedmont Realty Trust, Inc.

(Registrant)

Dated:

February 3, 2026

By:

/s/ Sherry L. Rexroad

Sherry L. Rexroad

Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President

FAQ

What executive change did Piedmont Realty Trust (PDM) disclose?

Piedmont Realty Trust appointed Alex Valente as Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer, effective February 3, 2026. This move elevates a nearly 20-year company veteran who has overseen leasing, asset management, construction, and redevelopment activities across numerous properties in the company’s portfolio.

What is Alex Valente’s background at Piedmont Realty Trust (PDM)?

Alex Valente has been with Piedmont Realty Trust for almost 20 years, managing leasing, asset management, construction, and redevelopment for many assets. Since 2019, he has served as Executive Vice President for the Southeast Region, including negotiating leases with some of the company’s largest tenants.

When did Alex Valente become Co-Chief Operating Officer at PDM?

Alex Valente was appointed Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer effective February 3, 2026. The Board of Directors approved this change and the company reported the appointment in a current report, highlighting his long tenure and operational experience within the real estate portfolio.

Does Alex Valente have family ties to Piedmont Realty Trust’s leadership?

Piedmont Realty Trust states there is no family relationship between Alex Valente and any of its directors or other executive officers. This disclosure clarifies that his appointment as Executive Vice President and Co-Chief Operating Officer is not based on familial connections within company leadership.

Is Alex Valente covered by an executive severance plan at PDM?

Yes. The filing notes that Alex Valente is a participant in Piedmont Realty Trust’s Executive Severance Plan. The company refers investors to the description of this plan found on page 52 of its most recent annual proxy statement dated March 21, 2025, which is incorporated by reference.

What exhibits accompanied Piedmont Realty Trust’s 8-K about Alex Valente?

The company included a press release dated February 3, 2026 as Exhibit 10.1, and a Cover Page Interactive Data File embedded within the Inline XBRL document as Exhibit 104. These exhibits supplement the brief description of Alex Valente’s appointment and related disclosure details.