Shayna Quinn joins VisionWave (NASDAQ: VWAV) board as independent director
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
VisionWave Holdings, Inc. appointed Shayna Quinn to its Board of Directors, effective April 16, 2026, to serve until the next annual stockholder meeting and until a successor is elected and qualified. The Board determined she is an independent director under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2) and applicable SEC rules.
Ms. Quinn, age 33, has more than nine years of executive experience in high-growth technology and transportation, including M&A integration and market expansion roles at Windels Marx, Kaptyn, and Juno. Under an Independent Director Engagement Agreement dated April 16, 2026, she will receive a $36,000 annual cash retainer and an annual $60,000 restricted stock grant under the 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, with stock vesting after 12 months of continuous service and potential accelerated vesting upon a Change in Control or her death or disability.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 5.02, 9.01
2 items
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.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Appointment date: April 16, 2026
Director age: 33 years
Annual cash retainer: $36,000
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Appointment date
April 16, 2026
Effective date of Shayna Quinn’s board appointment
Director age
33 years
Age of Shayna Quinn at time of appointment
Annual cash retainer
$36,000
Yearly cash compensation for independent director role
Annual restricted stock grant
$60,000
Yearly equity award under 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan
Vesting period
12 months
Restricted stock vests after twelve months of continuous service
Key Terms
Independent Director Engagement Agreement, Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2), restricted stock, Change in Control, +1 more
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Independent Director Engagement Agreement financial
"the Company and Ms. Quinn entered into an Independent Director Engagement Agreement dated April 16, 2026"
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2) regulatory
"The Board has determined that Ms. Quinn qualifies as an independent director under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2)"
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2) sets the criteria Nasdaq uses to decide whether a company’s board members are independent, listing examples of relationships or ties that would disqualify a director from being considered independent. Investors care because a board with genuinely independent directors acts like an impartial referee overseeing management decisions, reducing conflicts of interest and improving the chance that shareholder interests are protected and corporate decisions are scrutinized effectively.
restricted stock financial
"an annual grant of $60,000 in shares of restricted stock under the Company’s 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan"
Shares granted to an individual that carry limits on transfer or sale until certain conditions are met, such as staying with the company for a set time or hitting performance targets. Think of them as a locked gift that gradually opens; for investors they matter because they affect how many shares may enter the market later, signal management incentives and potential dilution, and reveal confidence in future company performance.
Change in Control financial
"subject to accelerated vesting upon a Change in Control or the director’s death or disability"
A "change in control" occurs when the ownership or management of a company shifts significantly, such as through a merger, acquisition, or sale of a large part of its assets. This change can impact how the company is run and may influence its future direction. For investors, it matters because it can affect the company's stability, strategy, and value, often signaling potential changes in investment risk or opportunity.
2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan financial
"shares of restricted stock under the Company’s 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan"
FAQ
What board change did VisionWave Holdings (VWAV) disclose in this 8-K?
VisionWave Holdings appointed Shayna Quinn to its Board of Directors, effective April 16, 2026. She will serve until the next annual stockholder meeting and until a successor is elected and qualified, or earlier resignation or removal under the company’s Bylaws and applicable law.
Is new director Shayna Quinn independent under Nasdaq rules for VWAV?
Yes. The Board determined that Shayna Quinn qualifies as an independent director under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5605(a)(2) and applicable SEC rules. This means she meets exchange and regulatory standards for independence from company management and certain related-party relationships.
How is Shayna Quinn compensated as a VisionWave (VWAV) director?
Under an Independent Director Engagement Agreement, Ms. Quinn receives a $36,000 annual cash retainer, payable quarterly in arrears, and an annual $60,000 restricted stock grant under the 2024 Omnibus Equity Incentive Plan, plus reimbursement of reasonable expenses in line with company policy.
What are the vesting terms of Shayna Quinn’s restricted stock at VisionWave?
The annual $60,000 restricted stock grant is made on or about August 1 each year and vests in full after twelve months of continuous board service. Vesting accelerates upon a Change in Control of the company or upon Ms. Quinn’s death or disability, as defined in the agreement.
What is Shayna Quinn’s professional background relevant to VisionWave’s board?
Ms. Quinn has more than nine years of leadership experience in technology and transportation, including M&A integration consulting at Windels Marx, business development and market expansion leadership at Kaptyn, and operations leadership at Juno, overseeing global operations for over 48,000 independent contractors.