Veritone insider updates 6.7% ownership stake
Veritone, Inc. insider Ryan Steelberg has amended his Schedule 13D to update his beneficial ownership and recent equity awards.
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Form Type
SCHEDULE 13D/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Veritone, Inc. insider Ryan Steelberg has amended his Schedule 13D to update his beneficial ownership and recent equity awards. He now reports beneficial ownership of 6,204,910 shares of common stock, representing 6.7% of Veritone’s common stock, based on 92,946,130 shares outstanding as of April 10, 2026.
The amendment discloses a new award of 443,333 restricted stock units (RSUs) granted on February 19, 2026, which vest in three equal installments on January 1, 2027, January 1, 2028, and January 1, 2029, subject to his continued service. It also notes that on January 2, 2026, Veritone withheld 73,538 shares of common stock at $4.79 per share to satisfy tax obligations upon settlement of RSUs.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership: 6,204,910 shares
Ownership percentage: 6.7%
Shares outstanding: 92,946,130 shares
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8 metrics
Beneficial ownership
6,204,910 shares
Shares of Veritone common stock beneficially owned by Ryan Steelberg
Ownership percentage
6.7%
Percent of Veritone common stock represented by Steelberg’s beneficial holdings
Shares outstanding
92,946,130 shares
Veritone common shares outstanding as of April 10, 2026, from Form 10-K
RSU award
443,333 RSUs
Restricted stock units granted on February 19, 2026, vesting 2027–2029
Tax withholding shares
73,538 shares
Shares withheld January 2, 2026 to satisfy RSU-related tax obligations
Withholding share value
$4.79 per share
Valuation used for shares withheld for taxes upon RSU settlement
Vested stock options
2,992,668 options
Vested stock options held directly by Ryan Steelberg
RVH, LLC holdings
2,003,349 shares
Veritone common shares held directly by RVH, LLC
Key Terms
Schedule 13D, restricted stock units, beneficially owned, sole voting power, +2 more
6 terms
Schedule 13D regulatory
"This Amendment No. 11 amends and supplements the statement on originally filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission"
A Schedule 13D is a legal document that investors file with regulators when they buy a large enough stake in a company to potentially influence its management or decisions. It provides details about the investor’s intention, ownership stake, and plans, helping other investors understand who is gaining control and what their motives might be.
restricted stock units financial
"the Issuer granted to the reporting person an award of restricted stock units ("RSUs") representing the right to receive upon vesting 443,333 shares"
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.
beneficially owned financial
"Aggregate amount beneficially owned by each reporting person 6,204,910.00"
Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.
sole voting power financial
"Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With: | 7 | Sole Voting Power 6,204,910.00"
Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.
vested stock options financial
"605,869 shares of common stock and 2,992,668 vested stock options held by the Reporting Person"
Vested stock options are the portions of an employee’s stock option grant that they have earned the right to buy at a predetermined price after meeting time or performance conditions. For investors, vested options matter because they can convert into actual shares that dilute existing ownership or signal insiders’ confidence when exercised or sold, much like a voucher that becomes redeemable and can change how many tickets are in circulation.
dispositive power financial
"9 | Sole Dispositive Power 6,204,910.00 10 | Shared Dispositive Power 0.00"
Dispositive power is the authority to decide the final outcome of an asset, legal claim, contract, or corporate action — in effect the power to dispose of or resolve something. For investors it matters because whoever holds that authority can determine who gets paid, who controls an asset or vote, and how risks and returns are allocated; think of it like holding the key that lets you lock in the winner or loser in a deal.
FAQ
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What new restricted stock unit (RSU) award did Veritone (VERI) grant to Ryan Steelberg?
On February 19, 2026, Veritone granted Ryan Steelberg 443,333 RSUs. These units convert into shares upon vesting, with one-third vesting on January 1, 2027, one-third on January 1, 2028, and the final third on January 1, 2029, contingent on continued service.
How is Ryan Steelberg’s Veritone (VERI) stake structured across entities and instruments?
His reported holdings include shares and warrants held by the RSS Trust, shares held by RVH, LLC, and shares plus 2,992,668 vested stock options held directly. He serves as trustee of RSS Trust and sole member and manager of RVH, LLC.
What percentage of Veritone (VERI) does Ryan Steelberg’s stake represent?
Ryan Steelberg’s beneficial ownership represents 6.7% of Veritone’s outstanding common stock. This percentage is calculated against 92,946,130 shares outstanding as of April 10, 2026, as cited from Veritone’s Form 10-K referenced in the Schedule 13D amendment.
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