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Velo3D (VELO) investor discloses 48.6% stake and $5M note conversion

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Velo3D, Inc. (VELO) received an updated Schedule 13D/A from investor group led by Arun Jeldi, disclosing beneficial ownership of 12,750,523 shares of common stock, or 48.6% of the company, based on 26,216,822 shares outstanding on March 4, 2026.

The filing shows 12,737,940 shares held by Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of Arrayed Additive, Inc., and 12,583 shares held directly by Mr. Jeldi. Control is concentrated because Mr. Jeldi is the sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive and Chief Executive Officer of both Arrayed Additive and Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp.

The amendment details a March 4, 2026 transfer of a Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Note with $5,000,000 principal to Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. and its immediate conversion, with accrued interest, into 394,517 Velo3D shares. It also notes Mr. Jeldi’s 50,329 restricted stock unit award, with 12,583 RSUs vested on February 15, 2026 and the remaining 37,746 RSUs vesting quarterly over three years, subject to continued service.

The filing states that the holder may sell up to 3,098,438 registered “Resale Shares” under a Form S-3 registration statement and may seek charter changes to permit stockholder action by written consent and director removal with or without cause, reflecting potential future governance initiatives.

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Jeldi-led group now controls 48.6% of Velo3D and signals potential governance moves.

The filing shows 12,750,523 Velo3D shares, or 48.6% of outstanding common stock as of March 4, 2026, may be deemed beneficially owned by Arun Jeldi and his entities. This includes 12,737,940 shares held by Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. and 12,583 shares held directly by Mr. Jeldi.

Control is concentrated because Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. is wholly owned by Arrayed Additive, Inc., and Mr. Jeldi is the sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive and Chief Executive Officer of both entities. The group’s influence is reinforced by Mr. Jeldi’s roles as Chief Executive Officer and director of Velo3D, giving him significant say over corporate decisions.

The amendment also describes conversion of a Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Note with $5,000,000 principal into 394,517 shares on March 4, 2026, plus an RSU award of 50,329 units vesting through periodic installments. In addition, the holder may resell up to 3,098,438 registered shares and may request charter amendments to allow stockholder action by written consent and removal of directors with or without cause, indicating a capacity to pursue governance changes if desired.






Arun Jeldi
c/o Arrayed Additive, Inc., 6119 Guin Road
Indianapolis, IN, 47254
(765) 299-3644

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
03/04/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) Consists of 12,737,940 shares of common stock held directly by Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arrayed Additive, Inc. Arun Jeldi is the Chief Executive Officer and President and the sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive, Inc. and is the Chief Executive Officer of Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. (2) Based on 26,216,822 shares of common stock outstanding on March 4, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) Consists of 12,737,940 shares of common stock held directly by Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arrayed Additive, Inc. Arun Jeldi is the Chief Executive Officer and President and the sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive, Inc. and is the Chief Executive Officer of Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. (2) Based on 26,216,822 shares of common stock outstanding on March 4, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
(1) Consists of 12,737,940 shares of common stock held directly by Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arrayed Additive, Inc. Arun Jeldi is the Chief Executive Officer and President and the sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive, Inc. and is the Chief Executive Officer of Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. (2) Based on 26,216,822 shares of common stock outstanding on March 4, 2026.


SCHEDULE 13D


Arun Jeldi
Signature:/s/ Arun Jeldi
Name/Title:Arun Jeldi
Date:03/09/2026
Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp.
Signature:/s/ Arun Jeldi
Name/Title:Arun Jeldi, Chief Executive Officer
Date:03/09/2026
Arrayed Additive, Inc.
Signature:/s/ Arun Jeldi
Name/Title:Arun Jeldi, Chief Executive Officer
Date:03/09/2026

FAQ

How many Velo3D (VELO) shares does Arun Jeldi’s group beneficially own?

The reporting group led by Arun Jeldi beneficially owns 12,750,523 Velo3D common shares, representing 48.6% of the company. This percentage is based on 26,216,822 shares outstanding as of March 4, 2026, giving the group substantial influence over corporate decisions.

What entities are included in the Velo3D (VELO) Schedule 13D/A filing?

The filing lists Arun Jeldi, Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp., and Arrayed Additive, Inc. as reporting persons. Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. holds 12,737,940 shares and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Arrayed Additive, Inc., of which Mr. Jeldi is the sole equityholder and Chief Executive Officer.

What note conversion did the Velo3D (VELO) holder complete on March 4, 2026?

On March 4, 2026, Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp. acquired a Senior Secured Convertible Promissory Note with $5,000,000 principal and immediately converted $5,000,000 of principal plus accrued interest into 394,517 Velo3D common shares, pursuant to the terms of the January 7, 2025 convertible note.

What restricted stock units (RSUs) does Arun Jeldi hold in Velo3D (VELO)?

On February 12, 2025, Arun Jeldi received 50,329 RSUs, adjusted for a 1-for-15 reverse split effective July 28, 2025. On February 15, 2026, 12,583 RSUs vested. The remaining 37,746 RSUs vest quarterly over three years, subject to his continued service.

How many Velo3D (VELO) shares may be sold under the S-3 resale registration?

The holder may sell up to 3,098,438 Velo3D common shares, referred to as “Resale Shares,” under a Form S-3 registration statement filed January 13, 2026. These shares can be sold over time through public or private transactions at fixed, market, or negotiated prices.

What governance changes might the Velo3D (VELO) holder seek?

The holder may ask Velo3D to call a stockholder meeting to amend its charter to permit stockholder action by written consent and to allow removal of directors with or without cause, with vacancies filled by holders of a majority of the voting power.

What roles does Arun Jeldi hold at Velo3D (VELO) and related entities?

Arun Jeldi is Chief Executive Officer and a director of Velo3D. He is also Chief Executive Officer and sole equityholder of Arrayed Additive, Inc., and Chief Executive Officer of Arrayed Notes Acquisition Corp., giving him significant influence over both the investor entities and the company.
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