WD-40 Company (WDFC) appoints finance veteran Ken Plunk to board

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WD-40 Company appointed Ken Plunk to its board of directors, effective February 18, 2026, and expanded the board from nine to ten members. He will serve on the Audit and Finance Committees, bringing extensive finance and governance experience from roles at J&J Snack Foods, Wal-Mart, and other companies.

For his service through the 2026 annual meeting, Mr. Plunk received a fully vested RSU award covering 515 shares of WD-40 common stock, valued at approximately $125,000 on the grant date, plus $75,000 in base cash compensation and prorated committee fees of $8,250 for Audit and $4,500 for Finance.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): February 19, 2026 (February 18, 2026)

WD-40 COMPANY

(Exact Name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

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Delaware

000-06936

95-1797918

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

(Commission File Number) WD 40 CO (Commission Company Name)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification Number)

9715 Businesspark Avenue, San Diego, California 92131

(Address of principal executive offices, with zip code)

(619) 275-1400

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol

Name of exchange on which registered

Common stock, par value $0.001 per share

WDFC

NASDAQ Global Select Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter)

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ITEM 5.02.     Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

Appointment of Ken Allen Plunk as Director

On February 19, 2026, WD-40 Company (“Company”) announced that its Board of Directors (“Board”) appointed Mr. Ken Plunk as a director of the Company, effective February 18, 2026. He was also appointed to serve as a member of the Audit Committee and the Finance Committee of the Board.

Mr. Plunk, age 62, served as chief financial officer and senior vice president, information technology, of J&J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ: JJSF) from September 2020 to December 2024 and as senior vice president, international finance, strategy, technology and supply chain, of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (“Wal-Mart”) from 2017 to 2019. He has also held other executive positions at Wal-Mart from 2007 to 2017 and various management positions at The Home Depot and The Coca-Cola Company from 1996 to 2007. Since January 2024, Mr. Plunk has served as an independent director of Milo’s Tea Company, a privately held company, and as a member of its Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee. He also serves as a member of Belmont University’s Board of Advisors, Center for Global Citizenship, and is a member of the National Association of Corporate Directors’ chapter, both based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Mr. Plunk holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Memphis in Tennessee. Mr. Plunk started his career at Ernst & Young, and he is a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) in Tennessee and a Six Sigma Green Belt.

For his service as a director from the date of his appointment to the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders in December 2026 (“Annual Meeting”), Mr. Plunk is entitled to compensation in accordance with the terms of the WD-40 Directors’ Compensation Policy and Election Plan adopted by the Board on June 16, 2025 (“Plan”). Accordingly, Mr. Plunk received a restricted stock unit (“RSU”) award covering 515 shares of the Company’s common stock, which award had a fair market value of approximately $125,000 as of the February 18, 2026 grant date. The RSU award is fully vested and provides for the issuance of such shares of the Company’s common stock to Mr. Plunk following his termination of service as a director. Until issuance of such shares, the RSUs awarded will be entitled to receive dividend equivalent payments, payable in cash as and when dividends are declared upon the Company’s common stock. In accordance with the Plan, Mr. Plunk is also entitled to receive base compensation in the amount of $75,000 for service as a director until the Annual Meeting. Mr. Plunk has elected to receive the entire amount of such base compensation in cash. In addition, as a member of the Audit Committee and the Finance Committee, Mr. Plunk will receive prorated cash compensation of $8,250 and $4,500, respectively, for his service on these committees until the Annual Meeting.

Increase in Board Size

The Board adopted a resolution to increase the authorized number of directors of the Company’s Board from 9 to 10, effective February 18, 2026, and Mr. Plunk was appointed to fill the vacancy created by such increase.

ITEM 7.01.     Regulation FD Disclosure.

On February 19, 2026, the Company issued a press release announcing Mr. Plunk’s appointment as a director on the Board. The full text of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference into this Item 7.01.

The information in this Item 7.01, including Exhibit 99.1, is furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing made by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, whether made before or after the date hereof, regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.

ITEM 9.01.			Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)			Exhibits
Exhibit No.			Description
99.1			Press Release by WD-40 Company, dated February 19, 2026
104			The cover page from this Current Report on Form 8-K, formatted in Inline XBRL

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

			WD-40 Company
			(Registrant)
Date: February 19, 2026			/s/ PHENIX Q. KIAMILEV
			Phenix Q. Kiamilev
			Vice President, General Counsel and
			Chief Compliance Officer

EXHIBIT 99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media and Investor Contact:

Wendy Kelley

investorrelations@wd40.com

+1-619-275-9304

WD-40 Company Announces Board Changes

SAN DIEGO — February 19, 2026 – WD-40 Company (NASDAQ: WDFC), a global marketing organization dedicated to creating positive lasting memories by developing and selling products that solve problems in workshops, factories, and homes around the world, announced today the appointment of Ken Plunk to its board of directors, effective February 18, 2026. Mr. Plunk will serve as a member of the Audit and Finance Committees.

Mr. Plunk is an experienced board member with deep expertise in finance, strategy, governance, and risk management. He is known for his ability to lead organizational transformations and execute strategic initiatives that improve financial performance and shareholder value across complex, global businesses.

Most recently, Mr. Plunk served as chief financial officer and senior vice president of information technology at J&J Snack Foods Corp., where he partnered closely with the board and executive leadership to strengthen governance, modernize financial and audit functions, improve capital allocation and financial performance, and enhance enterprise risk management, including cybersecurity and information technology risk.

Earlier in his career, Mr. Plunk held a series of senior executive roles at Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., including chief financial officer of Wal-Mart China, senior vice president roles spanning Wal-Mart U.S., Wal-Mart International, and vice president of Sam’s Club. He currently serves on the board of directors of Milo’s Tea Company, where he is a member of the Finance, Audit, and Risk Committee.

“Ken’s background leading global organizations and creating long-term stockholder value makes him a strong addition to our board,” said Steve Brass, president and chief executive officer of WD-40 Company. “His experience guiding complex businesses through growth and transformation will be a strong asset as we continue expanding our brands around the world.”

“Ken brings the disciplined governance and financial oversight experience the board values in advancing long-term value for stockholders,” said Eric P. Etchart, chairman of the board. “His expertise will support the board’s ongoing oversight and strategic guidance.”

WD-40 Company’s board of directors adopted a resolution to increase the size of the board from 9 to 10 directors effective February 18, 2026.

About WD-40 Company

WD-40 Company is a global marketing organization dedicated to creating positive lasting memories by developing and selling products that solve problems in workshops, factories, and homes around the world. The Company owns a wide range of well-known brands that include maintenance products and homecare and cleaning products: WD-40® Multi-Use Product, WD-40 Specialist®, 3-IN-ONE®, GT85®, 2000 Flushes®, no vac®, Spot Shot®, Lava®, Solvol®, X-14®, and Carpet Fresh®.

Headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, WD-40 Company recorded net sales of $620.0 million in fiscal year 2025 and its products are currently available in more than 176 countries and territories worldwide. WD-40 Company is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “WDFC”. For additional information about WD-40 Company please visit http://www.wd40company.com.

FAQ

What board change did WD-40 Company (WDFC) announce in this 8-K?

WD-40 Company announced the appointment of Ken Plunk to its board of directors, effective February 18, 2026, and increased the authorized number of directors from nine to ten to create the vacancy he will fill.

What committees will Ken Plunk serve on at WD-40 Company (WDFC)?

Ken Plunk will serve as a member of WD-40 Company’s Audit Committee and Finance Committee. These roles place him at the center of the company’s financial reporting oversight, capital allocation review, and broader financial governance responsibilities at the board level.

How is new director Ken Plunk compensated by WD-40 Company (WDFC)?

Ken Plunk received a fully vested RSU award of 515 shares, valued at about $125,000 on February 18, 2026, plus $75,000 in base cash compensation and prorated committee fees of $8,250 for Audit and $4,500 for Finance through the 2026 annual meeting.

What is the structure of Ken Plunk’s RSU award from WD-40 Company (WDFC)?

The award covers 515 RSUs that are fully vested and pay cash dividend equivalents while outstanding. Actual WD-40 common shares are issued to Ken Plunk only after he terminates service as a director, aligning the award with long-term board tenure.

What relevant experience does new WD-40 Company (WDFC) director Ken Plunk bring?

Ken Plunk brings deep finance and governance experience, including serving as CFO and SVP IT at J&J Snack Foods, senior executive roles at Wal-Mart, and board and committee service at Milo’s Tea Company, plus earlier leadership at The Home Depot and The Coca-Cola Company.

How large is WD-40 Company’s (WDFC) business as described in the filing?

WD-40 Company reported net sales of $620.0 million in fiscal year 2025. Its maintenance and homecare products, including WD-40 Multi-Use Product and several other brands, are sold in more than 176 countries and territories around the world.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EX-99.1 10.8 KB

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