Form 4: BrightView EVP & CHRO Orders Reports Significant Stock Transactions

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Amanda Marie Orders, BrightView Holdings' EVP & CHRO, reported multiple acquisitions of common stock through RSU conversions and performance awards, alongside tax-related dispositions.

Summary

  • Amanda Marie Orders, Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (EVP & CHRO) of BrightView Holdings, Inc. (BV), reported several transactions involving the company's common stock on November 17 and 18, 2025.
  • Transactions included the acquisition of shares upon the vesting and conversion of restricted stock units (RSUs) and the settlement of performance-based restricted stock unit awards.
  • On November 17, 2025, 10,417 shares of common stock were acquired from RSU conversions, and 4,673 shares were disposed of at $11.82 per share to cover related tax liabilities.
  • On November 18, 2025, a total of 80,590 shares were acquired from RSU conversions (3,740, 10,026, and 66,844 shares) and 40,106 shares were acquired from the settlement of performance-based restricted stock unit awards at an acquisition price of $0.00.
  • Also on November 18, 2025, a total of 54,143 shares were disposed of at $11.89 per share to cover tax liabilities related to the vesting of these equity awards (1,678, 4,497, 29,980, and 17,988 shares).
  • Following these reported transactions, Ms. Orders' direct beneficial ownership of BrightView common stock increased to 147,285 shares.
  • All reported transactions were made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1(c) plan, indicating a pre-arranged trading plan.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The sentiment is moderately positive. While there are dispositions, they are for tax purposes related to the vesting of significant equity awards. The overall increase in beneficial ownership and the achievement of performance criteria for some awards are positive indicators of executive compensation and alignment with shareholder interests.

Positives

  • Significant acquisition of common stock (totaling 131,113 shares) through the vesting of restricted stock units and settlement of performance-based awards, representing earned executive compensation.
  • The settlement of performance-based restricted stock unit awards suggests the achievement of specific company performance criteria.
  • Increased direct beneficial ownership of BrightView common stock to 147,285 shares, which aligns management's financial interests with those of shareholders.

Negatives

  • A substantial number of shares (totaling 58,816 shares) were disposed of to cover tax liabilities associated with the vesting of equity awards, reducing the net increase in direct ownership.

Future Outlook

The filing indicates ongoing vesting schedules for various restricted stock unit grants, with future installments continuing from initial vesting dates of November 17, 2024, November 18, 2022, and November 18, 2023, suggesting continued executive compensation through equity awards.

Industry Context

This Form 4 filing details routine executive compensation activities, specifically the vesting and settlement of equity awards, which is a common practice across industries to align executive incentives with company performance and shareholder value. It does not provide broader industry trends or competitive insights.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Increased alignment of executive interests with shareholders due to higher direct beneficial ownership. The vesting of performance-based awards suggests company performance met certain targets.
  • Employees: Reflects standard executive compensation practices, which can influence overall compensation philosophy within the company.

Next Steps

  • Future vesting of remaining restricted stock units according to their respective schedules, with grants vesting annually from initial dates of November 17, 2024, November 18, 2022, and November 18, 2023.

Key Dates

DateDescription
11/18/2022Start of four equal annual installments vesting for a grant of time-based restricted stock units.
11/18/2023Start of four equal annual installments vesting for a grant of time-based restricted stock units.
11/17/2024Start of four equal annual installments vesting for a grant of time-based restricted stock units.
11/17/2025Acquisition of 10,417 shares of common stock from RSU conversion and disposition of 4,673 shares for tax liability.
11/18/2025Acquisition of 131,113 shares of common stock from RSU conversions and performance-based RSU settlements, and disposition of 54,143 shares for tax liability.
11/19/2025Date of filing of the Statement of Changes in Beneficial Ownership (Form 4).

Keywords

BrightView Holdings, BV, SEC Form 4, Insider Transaction, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Vesting, Performance Shares, Executive Compensation, Stock Ownership, Amanda Marie Orders, Rule 10b5-1

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