Form 4: Director John Roush Acquires LMAT Shares Through Vesting
Insider Transaction Report
LeMaitre Vascular Director John Roush reported the acquisition of one common stock share and accrual of dividend equivalent rights through vesting awards.
Summary
- John A. Roush, a Director of LeMaitre Vascular Inc. (LMAT), reported changes in beneficial ownership.
- On December 6, 2025, Roush acquired 1 share of common stock at a price of $0, resulting from the release of dividend equivalent rights.
- Following this transaction, Roush directly owns 2,917 shares of common stock and indirectly owns 181 shares through a spouse.
- On December 4, 2025, Roush acquired various dividend equivalent rights (DERs) totaling 3.7143 units, associated with restricted stock unit (RSU) and performance share unit (PSU) awards granted in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- On December 6, 2025, 1 dividend equivalent right was released in connection with the vesting of a restricted stock unit award granted on December 6, 2024.
- Each dividend equivalent right is the economic equivalent of one share of the Issuer's common stock and vests proportionately with the underlying awards.
- A Limited Power of Attorney was executed on November 14, 2025, appointing Laurie Churchill, John Pitfield, Bernard Stanford, and Secil Kantarci ONeil as attorneys-in-fact to execute and file SEC forms on behalf of John A. Roush.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The filing reports routine insider transactions related to equity compensation, which generally aligns the director's interests with shareholders. The acquisition of shares, even if through vesting, is a positive signal of continued ownership.
Positives
- Director John A. Roush increased his direct beneficial ownership of LeMaitre Vascular Inc. common stock by 1 share.
- The accrual of dividend equivalent rights indicates ongoing equity compensation for the director, aligning interests with shareholders.
Risks
- The Power of Attorney document includes an indemnification clause where John A. Roush agrees to indemnify the attorneys-in-fact and the Company against any demand, damage, loss, cost, or expense arising from false or misleading information provided by Roush.
Future Outlook
This filing does not provide forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance.
Industry Context
This Form 4 filing details routine insider transactions related to equity compensation, which is a common practice across industries to align management and director interests with shareholders. It does not provide information on broader industry trends or competitive positioning.
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power of Attorney Establishment | A Limited Power of Attorney was established on November 14, 2025, by Director John A. Roush, appointing Laurie Churchill, John Pitfield, Bernard Stanford, and Secil Kantarci ONeil as attorneys-in-fact. This grants them authority to execute and file SEC forms (Form ID, 3, 4, 5, Schedules 13D/13G) on Roush's behalf, streamlining compliance with Section 16 and Regulation 13D-G of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. | 11/14/2025 | This change enhances administrative efficiency for SEC compliance for the director, ensuring timely and accurate filings related to beneficial ownership. |
Related Party Transactions
- The reported transactions involve the acquisition of common stock and dividend equivalent rights by a director of LeMaitre Vascular Inc. as part of equity compensation, which are standard related-party dealings between an insider and the company.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding director's beneficial ownership and equity compensation, reinforcing alignment of interests.
- Management/Directors: The Power of Attorney streamlines compliance processes for the director, reducing administrative burden.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 12/12/2022 | Grant date for a restricted stock unit award and a performance share unit award, on which dividend equivalent rights accrued. |
| 12/08/2023 | Grant date for a restricted stock unit award and a performance share unit award, on which dividend equivalent rights accrued. |
| 12/06/2024 | Grant date for a restricted stock unit award, on which dividend equivalent rights accrued and were subsequently released. |
| 11/14/2025 | Date John A. Roush signed the Limited Power of Attorney. |
| 12/04/2025 | Date of earliest transaction reported, involving the acquisition of dividend equivalent rights. |
| 12/06/2025 | Transaction date for the acquisition of 1 common stock share and the release of 1 dividend equivalent right. |
| 12/08/2025 | Date the Form 4 was signed by the attorney-in-fact. |
Recommendation
holdThis Form 4 details routine insider transactions related to equity compensation vesting. While the director's increased ownership is a minor positive, it does not provide new fundamental information or strategic insights that would warrant a change in investment recommendation. It is a standard compliance filing.
Keywords
LEMAITRE VASCULAR, LMAT, Form 4, insider transaction, director, stock acquisition, dividend equivalent rights, RSU, PSU, beneficial ownership
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