Form 4: Heidrick & Struggles Director Converts RSUs in Merger

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. director Mary E.G. Bear converted 19,841 restricted stock units into cash at $59.00 per unit following the company's merger with Heron Merger Sub, Inc.

Summary

  • Mary E.G. Bear, a Director of Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. (HSII), reported a disposition of securities.
  • On December 10, 2025, 19,841 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) were canceled and converted into cash.
  • This conversion occurred as a result of the merger between Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. and Heron Merger Sub, Inc., a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Heron BidCo, LLC.
  • Each outstanding restricted stock unit award was converted into the right to receive $59.00 in cash, without interest, as the 'Merger Consideration'.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing is a factual report of an insider transaction resulting from a merger, providing no inherent positive or negative sentiment regarding company performance or future prospects.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This transaction reflects the finalization of a corporate merger, a common event in the professional services and executive search industry, where companies may consolidate to expand market share or achieve synergies. The cash conversion of equity awards is a standard procedure in such transactions.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Change in Corporate ControlMerger of Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. with Heron Merger Sub, Inc., a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Heron BidCo, LLC, pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger.12/10/2025Resulted in the cancellation and cash conversion of outstanding restricted stock unit awards for insiders.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders holding restricted stock units received a cash payment of $59.00 per unit as a result of the merger.

Key Dates

DateDescription
10/05/2025Date of the Agreement and Plan of Merger between the Company, Heron BidCo, LLC, and Heron Merger Sub, Inc.
12/10/2025Effective date of the merger where Merger Sub merged with and into the Company, and the transaction date for the RSU conversion.

Keywords

Merger, Restricted Stock Unit, RSU, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Heidrick & Struggles, HSII, Corporate Action, Equity Compensation

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