Standex (SXI) names Michelle Newbury CHRO effective Nov 10, 2025

Standex International (SXI) announced leadership changes in human resources.

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Standex International (SXI) announced leadership changes in human resources. The Board accepted the resignation of Chief Human Resources Officer and named executive officer Annemarie Bell, effective November 10, 2025. She will transition to a role focused on executive coaching and leadership development, supporting an organizational need while addressing a significant health challenge.

Effective the same date, the Board appointed Michelle Newbury as Chief Human Resources Officer. Newbury, age 46, will lead global HR strategy, including talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives.

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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What did Standex (SXI) announce in this 8-K?

Standex accepted Annemarie Bell’s resignation as CHRO effective November 10, 2025, and appointed Michelle Newbury as the new CHRO, effective the same date.

Who is the new CHRO at Standex (SXI) and when does she start?

Michelle Newbury has been appointed Chief Human Resources Officer, effective November 10, 2025.

Why is Annemarie Bell leaving the CHRO role at Standex (SXI)?

She is transitioning to an executive coaching and leadership development role to address a significant organizational need while focusing on her well-being during a health challenge.

What will Michelle Newbury oversee at Standex (SXI)?

Global HR strategy including talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and employee engagement.

What experience does Michelle Newbury bring to Standex (SXI)?

She has 20+ years of HR leadership, with prior roles at Cornerstone Building Brands, Kymera International, and Pentair.

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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): November 5, 2025

STANDEX INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		1-7233		31-0596149
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

23 Keewaydin Drive, Salem, New Hampshire		03079
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (603) 893-9701

Not applicable

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

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

Title of each class	Trading Symbol(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, Par Value $1.50 Per Share	SXI	New York Stock Exchange

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Standex International Corporation

ITEM 5.02 DEPARTING DIRECTORS OR CERTAIN OFFICERS; ELECTION OF DIRECTORS; APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN OFFICERS; COMPENSATORY ARRANGEMENTS TO CERTAIN OFFICERS

(b)    On November 5, 2025, the Board of Directors accepted the resignation, effective November 10, 2025, of Annemarie Bell, Chief Human Resources Officer for the Company and a named executive officer, from her position as an executive officer of the Corporation. Ms. Bell will be transitioning into a role focusing on executive coaching and leadership development, addressing a significant organizational need at the Company. This change will support Ms. Bell in focusing on her well-being as she navigates a significant health challenge, while remaining engaged in contributing meaningfully to the Company.

On November 5, 2025, the Board of Directors also appointed, effective November 10, 2025, Michelle Newbury to the role of Chief Human Resources Officer to fill the vacancy created by Ms. Bell’s transition. Ms. Newbury, age 46, will oversee the Company’s global human resources strategy, including talent management, organizational development, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives. Ms. Newbury has more than 20 years of human resources leadership experience, with a strong track record of driving cultural transformation, leadership development, and operational excellence. Prior to joining the Company, she served as Vice President of Human Resources at Cornerstone Building Bands, Vice President of Human Resources at Kymera International, and Senior Director of Human Resources at Pentair, where she was responsible for insightful global leadership in both the private and public sectors.

SIGNATURE

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 thereunto duly authorized.

STANDEX INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION

(Registrant)

/s/ Ademir Sarcevic

Ademir Sarcevic

Chief Financial Officer

Date: November 10, 2025

Signing on behalf of the registrant and as principal financial officer