AI brief of an SEC Form 8-K · Fox Factory (FOXF)

Fox Factory adds Douglas Grimm to board under Engine Capital cooperation pact

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Fox Factory expanded its board from eight to nine directors and appointed Douglas J. Grimm as a Class I director effective March 25, 2026, under a cooperation agreement with activist investor Engine Capital L.P. and its affiliates. Mr. Grimm will also serve on the Audit and Transformation Committees, and the board will nominate him for election at the 2026 annual meeting.

Key points

  • Douglas J. Grimm appointed to the board effective March 25, 2026; board increased by one to nine directors
  • Grimm's term expires at the 2026 annual meeting; the board will nominate him for a term ending at the 2029 annual meeting
  • Grimm joins the Audit Committee and Transformation Committee
  • Appointment follows the Cooperation Agreement with Engine Capital dated February 8, 2026

The filing

CompanyFox Factory (FOXF)
Form8-K, current report
Filed with the SECMar 26, 2026, 4:32 PM ET
Accession number0001424929-26-000021

Items reported: 5.02 Director / Officer Change

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