WEST insider filing: Scott Ford RSU tax-withholding reduces direct holdings

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Scott T. Ford, Chief Executive Officer, Director and 10% owner of Westrock Coffee Co (WEST), reported a transaction on Form 4. On 08/29/2025, 23,880 shares of the issuer's common stock were disposed of at a price of $5.41 per share because the company withheld those shares to satisfy Mr. Ford's tax obligations when restricted stock units vested.

After the withholding, Mr. Ford directly beneficially owns 356,401 shares and is deemed to have indirect voting and investment power over 23,163,104 shares held of record by Westrock Group, LLC through related entities. The Form 4 was signed by an attorney-in-fact on 09/03/2025.

Positive

• Disclosure complies with Section 16 reporting by explicitly stating the withholding and providing explanatory footnotes
• Large indirect stake disclosed: 23,163,104 shares held of record by Westrock Group, with managerial chain explained

Negative

• Direct share reduction: 23,880 shares disposition via withholding reduced direct beneficial ownership to 356,401 shares

Insights

Financial Analyst

TL;DR: Routine tax-withholding disposition on vested RSUs; large indirect stake remains unchanged.

The reported disposal of 23,880 shares at $5.41 reflects share withholding to satisfy tax obligations upon RSU vesting, a common executive compensation event that does not indicate an open-market sale. The director retains a direct holding of 356,401 shares and potential control over 23,163,104 shares held by Westrock Group, reflecting concentrated ownership through related LLC structures. From a capital-structure perspective, this transaction slightly reduces Mr. Ford's direct share count but does not materially alter his indirect position or control as disclosed here.

Corporate Governance Expert

TL;DR: Disclosure aligns with Section 16 reporting; indirect ownership via affiliated entities is clearly stated.

The filing identifies Scott T. Ford as CEO, director and 10% owner and provides the chain of record ownership and managerial control: Westrock Group holds the shares of record, Greenbrier Holdings, LLC is the manager, and Mr. Ford is sole member and manager of Greenbrier. The report includes the required explanation and disclaimer of beneficial ownership for shares over which Mr. Ford claims no pecuniary interest. The form appears procedurally complete and consistent with Section 16 transparency requirements.

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

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1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

FORD SCOTT T

(Last) (First) (Middle)

4009 N. RODNEY PARHAM RD.

4TH FLOOR

(Street)

LITTLE ROCK AR 72212

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Westrock Coffee Co [ WEST ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director	X	10% Owner
X	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)
	CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
08/29/2025

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
COMMON STOCK	08/29/2025		F		23,880(1)	D	$5.41	356,401	D
COMMON STOCK								23,163,104	I	See Footnote(2)

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares

Explanation of Responses:

1. These shares were withheld by the Issuer to satisfy the reporting person's tax obligations that arose on August 29, 2025, when restricted stock units belonging to the reporting person vested.

2. Consists of 23,163,104 shares of the Issuer's common stock, par value $0.01 per share ("Common Stock"), which are held of record by Westrock Group, LLC ("Westrock Group"). Greenbrier Holdings, LLC ("Greenbrier") is the manager of Westrock Group and as such has voting and investment power over the shares of Common Stock held by Westrock Group. Scott T. Ford is the sole member and manager of Greenbrier and as such may be deemed to exercise voting and investment control over the shares of Common Stock held by Westrock Group. Mr. Ford disclaims beneficial ownership over all shares held by Westrock Group over which he does not have a pecuniary interest and this report shall not be deemed an admission that Mr. Ford is the beneficial owner of the disclaimed securities for purposes of Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or for any other purpose.

	/s/ BY: ROBERT P. MCKINNEY AS ATTORNEY-IN-FACT FOR SCOTT T. FORD	09/03/2025
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

What transaction did Scott T. Ford report on Form 4 for WEST?

On 08/29/2025 Mr. Ford reported a disposal of 23,880 shares at $5.41 per share due to withholding for taxes on vested RSUs.

How many Westrock Coffee (WEST) shares does Scott T. Ford directly and indirectly own?

He directly beneficially owns 356,401 shares and is deemed to have indirect power over 23,163,104 shares held by Westrock Group, LLC.

Why were 23,880 shares disposed of according to the Form 4?

The shares were withheld by the issuer to satisfy the reporting person's tax obligations arising when restricted stock units vested on 08/29/2025.

Who filed or signed the Form 4 on behalf of Scott T. Ford?

The Form 4 was signed by Robert P. McKinney as attorney-in-fact for Scott T. Ford on 09/03/2025.

What is the relationship between Westrock Group, Greenbrier, and Scott T. Ford as disclosed?

Westrock Group holds shares of record; Greenbrier Holdings, LLC is Westrock Group's manager; Scott T. Ford is sole member and manager of Greenbrier and may be deemed to exercise voting and investment control.