SBA Communications (SBAC) EVP U.S. Operations plans retirement with transition

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SBA Communications Corporation announced that Mark Ciarfella, its Executive Vice President of U.S. Operations, has notified the company of his intent to retire from his current title and roles effective December 31, 2026. He will remain with the company as a non-executive employee through March 7, 2027 to support the transition of his responsibilities. This extended timetable is designed to provide continuity in U.S. operations leadership while the company manages succession and handover.

8-K Event Classification

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

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Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORP false 0001034054 0001034054 2026-03-24 2026-03-24

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) March 24, 2026

SBA Communications Corporation

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Florida		001-16853		65-0716501
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

8051 Congress Avenue Boca Raton, FL		33487
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (561) 995-7670

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

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)

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☐ 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(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share		SBAC		The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC (NASDAQ Global Select Market)

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.

(b)

On March 24, 2026, Mark Ciarfella, Executive Vice President, U.S. Operations of SBA Communications Corporation (the “Company”) provided notice of his intent to retire from his current title and roles at the Company and all its subsidiaries effective December 31, 2026. Mr. Ciarfella will remain as a non-executive employee through March 7, 2027 in order to further support the transition of his role and responsibilities.

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.

SBA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION
By:		/s/ Joshua Koenig
		Joshua Koenig
		Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel

Date: March 27, 2026

FAQ

What leadership change did SBA Communications (SBAC) disclose on March 24, 2026?

SBA Communications disclosed that Mark Ciarfella, Executive Vice President of U.S. Operations, intends to retire from his current title and roles effective December 31, 2026. The disclosure outlines a planned, orderly transition of his operational responsibilities.

When will SBA Communications executive Mark Ciarfella’s retirement become effective?

Mark Ciarfella’s retirement from his role as Executive Vice President, U.S. Operations will become effective on December 31, 2026. After that date, he will no longer hold his current executive title and responsibilities at SBA Communications Corporation.

Will Mark Ciarfella remain with SBA Communications after his retirement as EVP U.S. Operations?

Yes. After retiring from his current executive role on December 31, 2026, Mark Ciarfella will continue as a non-executive employee through March 7, 2027. During this period, he will help support the transition of his role and responsibilities.

What is the purpose of Mark Ciarfella staying at SBA Communications until March 7, 2027?

Mark Ciarfella will remain a non-executive employee through March 7, 2027 to support the transition of his role and responsibilities. This arrangement is intended to help ensure continuity and an orderly handover within SBA Communications’ U.S. operations.

Which position is affected by the executive retirement at SBA Communications (SBAC)?

The affected position is Executive Vice President, U.S. Operations at SBA Communications Corporation. Mark Ciarfella, who currently holds this role, has notified the company of his intent to retire from the title and related responsibilities at year-end 2026.

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