AI brief of an SEC Form 8-K · Marriott Vacations Worldwide (VAC)

Marriott Vacations Worldwide names interim CEO Avril after Geller exits

Mixed Impact 4 of 5 leadership Written later

Chief Executive John Geller resigned at the board's request, effective November 10, 2025, and also left the board. Director Matthew Avril became interim President and CEO, and the board has started a search for a permanent CEO. The company reaffirmed its 2025 guidance and postponed its December 17 Investor Day, while saying it intends to buy back shares under its remaining $347 million program during the quarter.

Key points

  • John Geller resigned as President, CEO and director at the board's request, effective November 10, 2025
  • Geller's separation agreement provides severance of $5 million and a prorated 2025 target bonus of $1,286,301
  • Matthew Avril, a director since 2025, will be interim CEO at an annual base salary of $1 million
  • Company reaffirmed 2025 guidance issued November 5, 2025, and postponed the December 17 Investor Day

The filing

CompanyMarriott Vacations Worldwide (VAC)
Form8-K, current report
Filed with the SECNov 10, 2025, 8:46 AM ET
Accession number0001524358-25-000168

Items reported: 5.02 Director / Officer Change7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure

Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

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