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Management ChangeApr 30, 2026, 04:26 PM

AQMS Appoints Eric West CFO; Details 2025 Executive Compensation

AI Summary

Aqua Metals, Inc. filed an amendment to its 2025 Annual Report on Form 10-K to include previously omitted information regarding Part III, Items 10 through 14. This amendment details the appointment of Eric West as Chief Financial Officer effective May 19, 2025, and provides comprehensive executive compensation data for 2025 and 2024 for its named executive officers. The filing also outlines the company's corporate governance structure, including board composition, committee activities, and policies such as the Executive Officer Clawback Policy.

Key Highlights

  • Eric West appointed Chief Financial Officer effective May 19, 2025.
  • Stephen Cotton's total compensation for 2025 was $1,869,000, up from $1,460,000 in 2024.
  • Eric West's total compensation for 2025 was $666,000, including $173,000 salary and $286,000 stock awards.
  • Benjamin Taecker's total compensation for 2025 was $806,000, up from $572,000 in 2024.
  • Board of Directors consists of 4 members, with Vincent L. DiVito as non-executive Chairman.
  • Company adopted an Executive Officer Clawback Policy effective October 2, 2023.
  • Board met 9 times in 2025; Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Corporate Governance Committees each met 4 times.