Sabre (SABR) appoints Scott Hortenstine as new principal accounting officer

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Sabre Corporation named Scott Hortenstine, currently Vice President of Global Accounting, as its new principal accounting officer and Vice President and Controller, effective July 1, 2026. He replaces Jami Kindle in the principal accounting officer role, with Kindle serving through June 30, 2026.

Hortenstine has been with Sabre since 2015 and has led Global Accounting since 2023. He is a Certified Public Accountant with a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin and will receive Sabre’s standard vice president-level salary, annual incentive eligibility, and long-term incentives.

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.

Key Figures

Effective date of new role: July 1, 2026 End of prior officer’s service: June 30, 2026 Year joined Sabre: 2015 +1 more

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Effective date of new role July 1, 2026 Start of Scott Hortenstine’s term as principal accounting officer

End of prior officer’s service June 30, 2026 End of period when Jami Kindle serves as principal accounting officer

Year joined Sabre 2015 Scott Hortenstine’s tenure with Sabre

Became VP Global Accounting 2023 Year Hortenstine assumed Vice President of Global Accounting role

Key Terms

principal accounting officer, Variable Compensation Plan, long-term incentive program, Regulation S-K

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principal accounting officer financial

"designated Scott Hortenstine, currently Vice President of Global Accounting, to be its principal accounting officer"

The Principal Accounting Officer is the person responsible for making sure a company's financial records are accurate and follow the rules. They play a key role in preparing financial reports that show how well the company is doing. This helps investors, managers, and regulators trust the company's financial information.

Variable Compensation Plan financial

"eligibility to receive an annual incentive under Sabre’s Variable Compensation Plan"

long-term incentive program financial

"participation in Sabre’s long-term incentive program"

A long-term incentive program is a company plan that pays executives or employees rewards—often stock, options, or cash—only if the business hits performance goals over several years. It matters to investors because these payouts align managers’ interests with shareholders, encouraging decisions that boost sustained growth and share value rather than short-term gains; think of it as a multi-year bonus tied to measurable company outcomes.

Regulation S-K regulatory

"that would require disclosure under Items 401(d) or 404(a) of Regulation S-K"

A set of U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission rules that tell public companies which narrative and qualitative details must be disclosed in filings, such as risk factors, management discussion, executive pay, legal proceedings and business description. Think of it as a standardized checklist or blueprint that ensures investors get the same types of background information from every company so they can compare risks, management quality and strategy before making investment decisions.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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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): May 20, 2026

SABRE CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		001-36422		20-8647322
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

3150 Sabre Drive Southlake, TX		76092
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

(682) 605-1000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))

☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

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, $.01 par value		SABR		The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

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

On May 20, 2026, Sabre Corporation (“Sabre”) designated Scott Hortenstine, currently Vice President of Global Accounting, to be its principal accounting officer and to serve as its Vice President and Controller, effective July 1, 2026. Jami Kindle, Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will continue to serve as Sabre’s principal accounting officer through June 30, 2026.

Mr. Hortenstine joined Sabre in 2015 and has served as its Vice President of Global Accounting since 2023. Prior to that, he held a variety of positions of increasing responsibility with Sabre. Mr. Hortenstine is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin. Mr. Hortenstine will continue to participate in Sabre’s standard compensation and benefits programs for employees at the Vice President level, which includes a base salary, eligibility to receive an annual incentive under Sabre’s Variable Compensation Plan, and participation in Sabre’s long-term incentive program. Mr. Hortenstine’s appointment as Sabre’s principal accounting officer was not pursuant to any arrangement or understanding between him and any other person. There are no familial relationships or related party transactions with Sabre that would require disclosure under Items 401(d) or 404(a) of Regulation S-K in connection with his appointment.

SIGNATURES

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

Dated: May 20, 2026

Sabre Corporation
By:		/s/ Michael Randolfi
		Name:		Michael Randolfi
		Title:		Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What leadership change did Sabre Corporation (SABR) announce on May 20, 2026?

Sabre Corporation appointed Scott Hortenstine as its new principal accounting officer and Vice President and Controller, effective July 1, 2026. He succeeds Jami Kindle, who will continue in the role through June 30, 2026, ensuring an orderly transition of responsibilities.

Who is Scott Hortenstine, Sabre Corporation’s new principal accounting officer?

Scott Hortenstine is Sabre’s Vice President of Global Accounting, a role he has held since 2023 after joining the company in 2015. He is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, with progressively senior roles at Sabre.

When will Sabre’s new principal accounting officer role become effective?

Scott Hortenstine’s appointment as principal accounting officer and Vice President and Controller becomes effective July 1, 2026. Current Chief Accounting Officer Jami Kindle will remain Sabre’s principal accounting officer through June 30, 2026, providing continuity during the transition period between the two executives.

Will Scott Hortenstine receive any special compensation from Sabre (SABR) for this appointment?

Scott Hortenstine will participate in Sabre’s standard compensation and benefits programs for vice presidents. This includes base salary, eligibility for an annual incentive under Sabre’s Variable Compensation Plan, and participation in the long-term incentive program, with no separate or unique compensation arrangement disclosed.

Were there any related party or family relationships disclosed in connection with Scott Hortenstine’s appointment at Sabre?

Sabre stated there are no familial relationships or related party transactions involving Scott Hortenstine that require disclosure under Items 401(d) or 404(a) of Regulation S-K. His appointment was not made pursuant to any arrangement or understanding with any other person or outside party.

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