STOCK TITAN

Quest Resource (NASDAQ: QRHC) director receives 2,966 deferred stock units in equity grant

Filing Impact
(Neutral)
Filing Sentiment
(Neutral)
Form Type
4

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Quest Resource Holding Corp director Robert J. Lipstein reported a new equity grant and updated holdings. He received 2,966 deferred stock units, or DSUs, of common stock at $1.18 per share under the company’s 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. These DSUs will convert into shares of common stock when he separates from service with the company.

After this update, his reported beneficial interest includes 20,000 restricted stock units scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026, and 28,500 shares of common stock. Together, these positions reflect 48,500 shares of common stock tied to his direct equity compensation and ownership.

Positive

  • None.

Negative

  • None.
Insider Lipstein Robert J
Role null
Type Security Shares Price Value
Grant/Award Common Stock 2,966 $1.18 $3K
holding Common Stock -- -- --
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 2,966 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
  1. These reported securities represent deferred stock units ("DSUs") granted under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. The shares of common stock underlying such DSUs shall be issued upon the Reporting Person's separation from service with the Issuer. Includes (a) 20,000 restricted stock units that are scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026 and (b) 28,500 shares of common stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person.
Deferred stock units granted 2,966 units DSUs of common stock granted on May 31, 2026
Grant price per DSU $1.18 per share Price used for 2,966 deferred stock units
Restricted stock units 20,000 RSUs Scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026
Common shares owned 28,500 shares Common stock beneficially owned by the reporting person
Total shares after update 48,500 shares Common stock tied to RSUs and owned shares following transaction
deferred stock units financial
"These reported securities represent deferred stock units ("DSUs") granted under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan."
Deferred stock units are promises from a company to give an employee shares of stock at a future date, often after certain conditions are met or after leaving the company. They function like a form of delayed compensation, allowing employees to earn shares over time. For investors, they represent potential future ownership in the company, but do not provide immediate voting rights or dividends until the shares are actually received.
2024 Incentive Compensation Plan financial
"These reported securities represent deferred stock units ("DSUs") granted under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan."
restricted stock units financial
"Includes (a) 20,000 restricted stock units that are scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026"
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
beneficially owned financial
"and (b) 28,500 shares of common stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person."
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
See more from StockTitan in Google Search and AI answers. Adds StockTitan as a preferred source · opens Google
Add on Google
SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
OMB APPROVAL
OMB Number:3235-0287
Estimated average burden
hours per response:0.5
Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Lipstein Robert J

(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
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
05/31/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
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)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock05/31/2026A2,966(1)A$1.182,966D
Common Stock48,500(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)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. These reported securities represent deferred stock units ("DSUs") granted under the Issuer's 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. The shares of common stock underlying such DSUs shall be issued upon the Reporting Person's separation from service with the Issuer.
2. Includes (a) 20,000 restricted stock units that are scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026 and (b) 28,500 shares of common stock beneficially owned by the Reporting Person.
/s/ Brett W. Johnston, as Attorney-in-Fact06/02/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did QRHC director Robert J. Lipstein report?

Robert J. Lipstein reported receiving 2,966 deferred stock units of Quest Resource Holding Corp common stock at $1.18 per share. These units are part of his equity compensation and will convert into shares when he separates from service with the company.

What are the terms of Robert J. Lipstein’s new QRHC deferred stock units?

The new grant to Robert J. Lipstein consists of 2,966 deferred stock units priced at $1.18 per share. Granted under the 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan, these units settle in common stock only after his separation from service with Quest Resource Holding Corp.

How many Quest Resource (QRHC) shares and units does Robert J. Lipstein now hold?

Robert J. Lipstein’s reported interests include 20,000 restricted stock units and 28,500 shares of QRHC common stock, for a total of 48,500 shares tied to these positions. This is in addition to the newly granted 2,966 deferred stock units reported in the filing.

When will Robert J. Lipstein’s QRHC restricted stock units vest?

Robert J. Lipstein holds 20,000 restricted stock units in Quest Resource Holding Corp that are scheduled to fully vest on August 13, 2026. Once vested, these RSUs convert into common shares, further increasing the share component of his compensation-based holdings.

Under which plan were Robert J. Lipstein’s new QRHC deferred stock units granted?

The 2,966 deferred stock units granted to Robert J. Lipstein were issued under Quest Resource Holding Corp’s 2024 Incentive Compensation Plan. This plan provides equity-based awards, and these DSUs will be settled in common stock upon his separation from service with the issuer.