Form 4: Heidrick & Struggles Director Disposes Shares in Merger

Sentiment:

Merger Completion Report


Stacey Rauch, a Director at Heidrick & Struggles International Inc., disposed of 28,229 shares of common stock for $59.00 per share following the company's merger.

Summary

  • Stacey Rauch, a Director of Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. (HSII), reported the disposition of 28,229 shares of common stock.
  • The transaction occurred on December 10, 2025, as a result of a merger agreement dated October 5, 2025.
  • Merger Sub, a direct wholly-owned subsidiary of Heron BidCo, LLC, merged with and into Heidrick & Struggles International Inc.
  • Each outstanding share of Heidrick & Struggles common stock was automatically canceled and converted into the right to receive $59.00 in cash.
  • Following this transaction, Stacey Rauch beneficially owns 0 shares of common stock.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The sentiment is positive for the reporting person as they received a cash payout for their shares as part of a completed merger, indicating a successful exit for shareholders.

Positives

  • The reporting person, Stacey Rauch, received $59.00 per share in cash for her 28,229 shares of common stock, totaling approximately $1,665,491.

Negatives

  • The reporting person, Stacey Rauch, no longer holds beneficial ownership of common stock in Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. following the merger.

Future Outlook

Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. has ceased to be an independent publicly traded entity following its merger with Heron Merger Sub, Inc.

Industry Context

This filing reports the completion of a specific corporate acquisition, which is a common event in various industries as companies seek consolidation or strategic exits.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders of Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. received $59.00 per share in cash for their holdings.

Next Steps

  • The company's common stock has been canceled, and it is no longer an independent public entity.

Key Dates

DateDescription
10/05/2025Date of the Agreement and Plan of Merger between the Company, Heron BidCo, LLC, and Heron Merger Sub, Inc.
12/10/2025Date of the merger completion and the transaction date for the disposition of shares.

Keywords

Merger, Acquisition, Form 4, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, Cash Consideration, Heidrick & Struggles, HSII

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