Quest Resource (QRHC) grants CFO 100,000 RSUs

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Quest Resource Holding Corp’s Sr. VP of Finance and CFO, Brett Wade Johnston, reported equity compensation and a related share withholding. On August 13, 2026, he received a grant of 100,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) under the 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan, vesting in three equal installments on August 13, 2027, 2028, and 2029. On the same date, 3,246 shares of common stock were delivered or withheld at $1.46 per share for payment of exercise price or tax liability. Following these transactions, his beneficial holdings include RSUs scheduled to vest in 2027–2029, 5,767 deferred stock units (DSUs), and 49,380 shares of common stock.

Insider Trade Summary

Net Buyer: 96,754 shares

Net Buy 2 txns

Insider Johnston Brett Wade

Role Sr. VP of Finance and CFO

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Exercise Price or Tax Liability	Common Stock	3,246	$1.46	$5K
Grant/Award	Common Stock F1, F2	100,000	$1.46	$146K

Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 188,481 shares (Direct)

Footnotes (2)

1. F1. These reported securities represent restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted on August 13, 2026 under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock upon vesting. The RSUs are scheduled to vest as follows: one-third upon the first anniversary of the Grant Date, one-third upon the second anniversary of the Grant Date, and one-third upon the third anniversary of the Grant Date.
2. F2. Includes (a) 6,667 RSUs that are scheduled to vest on June 26, 2027, (b) 26,667 RSUs that are scheduled to vest in two equal installments on August 13, 2027 and August 13, 2028, (c) 100,000 RSUs that are scheduled to vest in three equal installments on August 13, 2027, August 13, 2028 and August 13, 2029, (d) 5,767 deferred stock units ("DSUs") (such shares of common stock underlying such DSUs shall be issued upon the Reporting Person's separation from service with the Issuer) and (e) 49,380 shares of common stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person.

Key Figures

Shares delivered/withheld (Code F): 3,246 shares RSU grant: 100,000 RSUs Additional RSUs vesting June 26, 2027: 6,667 RSUs +4 more

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Shares delivered/withheld (Code F) 3,246 shares Common Stock on August 13, 2026 at $1.46 per share for exercise price or tax liability

RSU grant 100,000 RSUs Granted August 13, 2026 under 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan, vesting in three equal annual installments

Additional RSUs vesting June 26, 2027 6,667 RSUs Scheduled to vest on June 26, 2027

RSUs vesting August 13, 2027 and 2028 26,667 RSUs Scheduled to vest in two equal installments on August 13, 2027 and August 13, 2028

Deferred stock units (DSUs) 5,767 DSUs Shares underlying DSUs to be issued upon separation from service

Common shares beneficially owned 49,380 shares Shares of QRHC common stock beneficially owned by the reporting person after reported transactions

Price for Code F transaction $1.46 per share Price used for the 3,246-share exercise-price-or-tax-liability disposition on August 13, 2026

Key Terms

restricted stock units ("RSUs"), deferred stock units ("DSUs"), Incentive Compensation Plan, Grant Date

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restricted stock units ("RSUs") financial

"These reported securities represent restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted on August 13, 2026"

Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a company promise to give an employee shares of stock (or cash equivalent) in the future, but only after certain conditions—usually staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance goals—are met. Investors watch RSUs because when they vest they increase the number of shares outstanding and can lead insiders to sell shares, affecting share price, company dilution and the true cost of employee pay.

deferred stock units ("DSUs") financial

"5,767 deferred stock units ("DSUs") (such shares of common stock underlying"

Incentive Compensation Plan financial

"RSUs granted on August 13, 2026 under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan"

An incentive compensation plan is a formal program that rewards employees and executives with bonuses, stock, or other payments tied to specific performance goals—such as revenue, profit, productivity, or long‑term share price. Investors watch these plans because they shape how leaders make decisions and take risks; like paying a coach by wins rather than effort, well‑designed plans can drive sustainable growth while poor designs can encourage short‑term behaviors that harm shareholder value.

Grant Date financial

"one-third upon the first anniversary of the Grant Date, one-third upon"

The grant date is the day a company formally gives an employee or contractor the right to receive stock-based compensation, such as stock options or restricted shares. It matters to investors because it fixes key terms—like the price, the start of the ownership clock, and when the award will affect the company’s financial statements and share count—so it can influence dilution, reported expenses, and potential future selling pressure.

FAQ

What equity award did QRHC CFO Brett Wade Johnston receive on August 13, 2026?

Brett Wade Johnston received a grant of 100,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) on August 13, 2026. These RSUs vest in three equal annual installments on August 13, 2027, August 13, 2028, and August 13, 2029, with each RSU converting into one QRHC common share upon vesting.

How do the newly granted QRHC RSUs to the CFO vest over time?

The 100,000 QRHC RSUs granted to the CFO vest in three equal tranches. One-third vests on August 13, 2027, another third on August 13, 2028, and the final third on August 13, 2029, each tranche representing a contingent right to receive common shares.

What is the significance of the 3,246 QRHC shares reported with code F?

The 3,246 QRHC shares reported with transaction code F were delivered or withheld at $1.46 per share. They were used for payment of exercise price or tax liability in connection with equity compensation, rather than reflecting an open market sale or purchase.

What QRHC equity holdings does the CFO have after the August 13, 2026 transactions?

After the transactions, the CFO’s beneficial holdings include 6,667 RSUs vesting June 26, 2027, 26,667 RSUs vesting in two installments in 2027 and 2028, 100,000 RSUs vesting 2027–2029, 5,767 DSUs, and 49,380 QRHC common shares.

What are the QRHC deferred stock units (DSUs) held by the CFO and when are shares issued?

The CFO holds 5,767 deferred stock units (DSUs). Each DSU represents the right to receive one QRHC common share, with the underlying shares of common stock to be issued upon his separation from service with Quest Resource Holding Corp.

Are the QRHC RSUs granted to the CFO under a specific incentive plan?

Yes, the 100,000 RSUs granted to the CFO on August 13, 2026 are issued under Quest Resource Holding Corp’s 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. Each RSU is a contingent right to receive one share of QRHC common stock upon vesting.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

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or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Johnston Brett Wade

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O QUEST RESOURCE HOLDING CORPORATION

433 E. LAS COLINAS BOULEVARD, SUITE 675

(Street)

IRVING TEXAS 75039

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Quest Resource Holding Corp [ QRHC ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
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	Director		10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	Sr. VP of Finance and CFO

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/13/2026

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X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
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4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Common Stock	08/13/2026		F		3,246	D	$1.46	88,481	D
Common Stock	08/13/2026		A		100,000(1)	A	$1.46	188,481(2)	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares

Explanation of Responses:

1. These reported securities represent restricted stock units ("RSUs") granted on August 13, 2026 under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock upon vesting. The RSUs are scheduled to vest as follows: one-third upon the first anniversary of the Grant Date, one-third upon the second anniversary of the Grant Date, and one-third upon the third anniversary of the Grant Date.

2. Includes (a) 6,667 RSUs that are scheduled to vest on June 26, 2027, (b) 26,667 RSUs that are scheduled to vest in two equal installments on August 13, 2027 and August 13, 2028, (c) 100,000 RSUs that are scheduled to vest in three equal installments on August 13, 2027, August 13, 2028 and August 13, 2029, (d) 5,767 deferred stock units ("DSUs") (such shares of common stock underlying such DSUs shall be issued upon the Reporting Person's separation from service with the Issuer) and (e) 49,380 shares of common stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person.

	/s/ Brett W. Johnston	08/17/2026
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