enCore Energy signs $1.8 million separation deal with former CEO Robert Willette
enCore Energy entered a Separation and General Release Agreement with Robert J. Willette, whom the company terminated as CEO effective April 20, 2026, without cause. The deal, effective July 8, 2026, replaces his contractual severance with a $1,800,000 cash payment and 300,000 stock options for consulting services. The filing says he forfeits his unvested options and restricted stock units, which limits the cost to shareholders.
Key points
- Former CEO Robert J. Willette was terminated effective April 20, 2026, without cause and not over any disagreement with the company.
- Separation Agreement effective July 8, 2026 provides a cash payment of $1,800,000, less tax withholdings and documented attorneys' fees.
- Willette receives 300,000 nonqualified stock options for consulting, cooperation and advisory services, fully vested on grant with a five-year term.
- Willette forfeits all unvested stock options other than the consulting options and unvested restricted stock units.
The filing
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