Velo3D (VELO) director gains 3,188 Common shares from RSUs
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Velo3D, Inc. director Adrian Keppler reported a compensation-related equity transaction. He exercised Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to acquire 3,188 shares of Common Stock, increasing his direct holdings to 10,060 shares after the transaction.
Each RSU represents a right to receive one share of Common Stock for no cash consideration. The RSU grant vests in 25% quarterly installments starting on June 27, 2025, with additional vesting on September 27, 2025, December 27, 2025, March 27, 2026, and June 27, 2026, subject to his continued service.
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Insider Trade Summary
3,188 shares exercised/converted
Mixed
2 txns
Insider
Keppler Adrian
Role
Director
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exercise | Restricted Stock Units | 3,188 | $0.00 | -- |
| Exercise | Common Stock | 3,188 | $10.00 | $32K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Restricted Stock Units — 3,188 shares (Direct);
Common Stock — 10,060 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- Each Restricted Stock Unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Common Stock upon settlement for no consideration. The RSUs shall vest as to 25% of the total grant quarterly, commencing June 27, 2025, with the remainder of grant vesting on each subsequent September 27, 2025, December 27, 2025, March 27, 2026, and June 27, 2026, subject to the Reporting Person's continued service to the Issuer on each vesting date.
Key Figures
RSU shares exercised: 3,188 shares
Exercise price per Common share entry: $10.00 per share
Shares held after transaction: 10,060 shares
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6 metrics
RSU shares exercised
3,188 shares
Restricted Stock Units converted to Common Stock
Exercise price per Common share entry
$10.00 per share
Reported for 3,188 Common Stock shares
Shares held after transaction
10,060 shares
Total direct Common Stock position post-transaction
RSU-to-share ratio
1 RSU : 1 share
Each RSU settles into one Common share for no consideration
RSU vesting start date
June 27, 2025
First 25% of RSU grant vests on this date
Final RSU vesting date
June 27, 2026
Last portion of RSU grant scheduled to vest
Key Terms
Restricted Stock Units, derivative security, vest, contingent right, +1 more
5 terms
Restricted Stock Units financial
"Each Restricted Stock Unit ("RSU") represents a contingent right to receive one share..."
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.
derivative security financial
"transaction_code_description: Exercise or conversion of derivative security"
A derivative security is a financial contract whose value comes from the price or performance of something else, such as a stock, bond, commodity, or market index. For investors it acts like an insurance policy or a wager: it can be used to protect against losses, lock in prices, or amplify gains and losses, so it can change a portfolio’s risk and potential return without owning the underlying asset directly.
vest financial
"The RSUs shall vest as to 25% of the total grant quarterly..."
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
contingent right financial
"represents a contingent right to receive one share of the Issuer's Common Stock"
Common Stock financial
"one share of the Issuer's Common Stock upon settlement for no consideration"
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Adrian Keppler report at VELO?
Adrian Keppler reported exercising Restricted Stock Units to acquire 3,188 shares of Velo3D Common Stock. This is a compensation-related equity event, not an open-market purchase, and reflects vesting of previously granted RSUs into directly held shares.
What are Restricted Stock Units in the Velo3D (VELO) Form 4 filing?
In this filing, each Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) is a contingent right to receive one Velo3D Common share for no cash consideration upon settlement. RSUs typically serve as stock-based compensation that converts into shares as vesting conditions are satisfied.
What is the vesting schedule for Adrian Keppler’s Velo3D RSUs?
Keppler’s RSUs vest as to 25% of the total grant quarterly, starting on June 27, 2025. Additional vesting dates are September 27, 2025, December 27, 2025, March 27, 2026, and June 27, 2026, conditioned on his continued service.