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WERNER ENTERPRISES INC (WERN) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on August 10, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item EX-99.1 (Exhibit EX-99.1). Paul Hoelting appointed to fill a Class I Board vacancy, expanding independent director oversight.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Paul Hoelting appointed to fill a Class I Board vacancy, expanding independent director oversight
- Annual compensation: $75,000 cash retainer plus $100,000 restricted stock award vesting over three years
- Restricted stock award prorated for 2026 appointment year
- Committee chair retainers available under the standard independent-director compensation package
Item EX-99.1 · Exhibit EX-99.1
- Paul Hoelting appointed to Werner’s Board, filling a Class I directorship vacancy
- More than 30 years of transportation-sector C-suite experience, including TForce Freight and UPS Freight
- Expertise spans financial stewardship, operational transformation, logistics technology and governance
- Adds industry and operational perspective as Werner manages nearly $3.0 billion in 2025 revenue and 14,500 associates
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