Perella Weinberg (NASDAQ: PWP) CEO to become board chair in June 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Perella Weinberg Partners reported a planned leadership change in its board. On January 13, 2026, Peter A. Weinberg resigned as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective June 30, 2026. The company states that his decision was not due to any disagreement about its operations, policies, or practices, which suggests an orderly transition rather than a dispute.

Mr. Weinberg will remain on the Board of Directors and continue serving as a working partner at the firm, so he will still be involved in the business. Effective June 30, 2026, current Chief Executive Officer Andrew Bednar will also become Chairman of the Board, combining the CEO and chair roles in one person.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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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.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 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 13, 2026

Commission File Number: 001-39558

PERELLA WEINBERG PARTNERS

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Delaware			84-1770732
( State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)			(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
767 Fifth Avenue New York, NY			10153
(Address of principal executive offices)			(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (212) 287-3200

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

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

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Class A Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share

PWP

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Principal Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Principal Officers.

On January 13, 2026, Peter A. Weinberg resigned as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Perella Weinberg Partners (the “Company”), effective as of June 30, 2026. Mr. Weinberg’s decision to resign was not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. Mr. Weinberg intends to remain on the Board of Directors and to continue serving as a working partner at the Company. Effective as of June 30, 2026, Andrew Bednar, the Company’s current Chief Executive Officer, will also become Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Company.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			PERELLA WEINBERG PARTNERS
Date: January 13, 2026			By:			/s/ Alexandra Gottschalk
			Name:			Alexandra Gottschalk
			Title:			Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What leadership change did Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP) announce?

Perella Weinberg Partners announced that Peter A. Weinberg will resign as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective June 30, 2026, and CEO Andrew Bednar will become Chairman on that date.

Why is Peter A. Weinberg resigning as chair at Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP)?

The company states that Mr. Weinberg’s decision to resign as Chairman of the Board was not the result of any disagreement with Perella Weinberg Partners regarding its operations, policies, or practices.

Will Peter A. Weinberg remain involved with Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP)?

Yes. After resigning as chair effective June 30, 2026, Peter A. Weinberg intends to remain on the Board of Directors and continue serving as a working partner at the company.

What new role will CEO Andrew Bednar take at Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP)?

Effective June 30, 2026, Andrew Bednar, currently the Chief Executive Officer, will also become Chairman of the Board of Directors of Perella Weinberg Partners.

When does the chairman transition at Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP) become effective?

The leadership transition is scheduled to become effective on June 30, 2026, when Peter A. Weinberg steps down as chair and Andrew Bednar assumes the chairman role.

Does the filing mention any dispute between Peter A. Weinberg and Perella Weinberg Partners (PWP)?

No. The company explicitly states that Mr. Weinberg’s resignation as chairman is not due to any disagreement with Perella Weinberg Partners on operations, policies, or practices.