Vericel director reports RSU and option awards
Vericel Corp director Kevin F. McLaughlin reported compensation-related equity activity.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Vericel Corp director Kevin F. McLaughlin reported compensation-related equity activity. He exercised 3,200 previously granted Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) into 3,200 shares of common stock, bringing his direct common stock holdings to 18,300 shares after the transactions.
On the same date, he received new awards of 3,200 RSUs and stock options for 8,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $33.43 per share. The new RSUs vest 100% on the earlier of April 29, 2027, or the first Annual Meeting of Stockholders following April 29, 2026, while the options vest over one year in equal monthly increments, contingent on continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
3,200 shares exercised/converted
Exercise
4 txns
Insider
MCLAUGHLIN KEVIN F
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Unit | 3,200 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Stock Option (Right to Buy) | 8,000 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Grant/Award | Restricted Stock Unit | 3,200 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 3,200 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Holdings After Transaction:
Stock Option (Right to Buy) — 8,000 contracts (Direct);
Restricted Stock Unit — 3,200 contracts (Direct);
Common Stock — 18,300 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (6)
- F1. The shares of common stock were acquired by the Reporting Person as a result of the vesting of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted to the Reporting Person on April 30, 2025.
- F2. Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock of Vericel Corporation.
- F3. These RSUs vest 100% on the earlier of April 30, 2026, or the date of the first Annual Meeting of Stockholders following April 30, 2025.
- F4. No expiration date for this type of award.
- F5. The option vests over a 1-year period, in equal monthly increments, contingent upon continued service to the Company.
- F6. These RSUs vest 100% on the earlier of April 29, 2027, or the date of the first Annual Meeting of Stockholders following April 29, 2026.
Key Figures
RSUs exercised into common stock: 3,200 shares
Common stock held after transactions: 18,300 shares
New RSU grant: 3,200 RSUs
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6 metrics
RSUs exercised into common stock
3,200 shares
Converted to common stock on April 29, 2026
Common stock held after transactions
18,300 shares
Direct ownership after April 29, 2026 activity
New RSU grant
3,200 RSUs
Awarded April 29, 2026, vests by April 29, 2027 trigger
New stock option grant
8,000 options
Right to buy common stock awarded April 29, 2026
Stock option exercise price
$33.43 per share
Conversion or exercise price for 8,000 options
Stock option expiration
April 29, 2036
Expiration date of 8,000-share option grant
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Unit, RSU, Stock Option (Right to Buy), Annual Meeting of Stockholders, +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Unit financial
"The shares of common stock were acquired ... as a result of the vesting of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)"
A restricted stock unit is a promise from a company to give an employee shares of stock after certain conditions are met, like staying with the company for a set amount of time. It’s like earning a bonus that turns into company stock once you’ve proven your commitment, making it a way to motivate and reward employees.
RSU financial
"Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock"
Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a form of company shares given to employees as part of their compensation, usually with certain restrictions or conditions, such as remaining with the company for a set period. When these restrictions lift, employees receive actual shares that they can sell or hold. For investors, RSUs can impact a company's stock supply and reflect the company's commitment to attracting and retaining talent.
Stock Option (Right to Buy) financial
"Stock Option (Right to Buy) ... underlying security title "Common Stock""
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"These RSUs vest 100% on the earlier of April 29, 2027, or the date of the first Annual Meeting of Stockholders"
contingent right financial
"Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of common stock"
FAQ
What insider transactions did Vericel (VCEL) director Kevin McLaughlin report?
Kevin McLaughlin reported equity compensation activity, not open-market trades. He exercised 3,200 RSUs into common stock and received new grants of 3,200 RSUs plus options for 8,000 shares, all dated April 29, 2026.
What are the key terms of Kevin McLaughlin’s new Vericel (VCEL) stock options?
The new stock options cover 8,000 shares at a $33.43 exercise price. They vest over one year in equal monthly increments, contingent on his continued service, and expire on April 29, 2036, if not exercised earlier.
When do Kevin McLaughlin’s new Vericel (VCEL) RSUs vest?
The newly granted 3,200 RSUs vest 100% on a single future date. They vest on the earlier of April 29, 2027, or the date of the first Annual Meeting of Stockholders following April 29, 2026, assuming continued service.
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