Form 4: Steelcase CFO's Ownership Changes Post-HNI Merger

Steelcase Inc.'s SVP and CFO, David C. Sylvester, reported changes in beneficial ownership following the company's acquisition by HNI Corporation on December 10, 2025.

Summary

• Steelcase Inc. became a wholly-owned subsidiary of HNI Corporation on December 10, 2025, pursuant to a Merger Agreement dated August 3, 2025.
• David C. Sylvester, SVP and Chief Financial Officer of Steelcase Inc., reported changes in his beneficial ownership of Steelcase Class A Common Stock due to the merger.
• Each outstanding share of Steelcase Class A Common Stock was converted into merger consideration, which could be a mixed election (0.2192 HNI shares + $7.20 cash), cash election ($16.19 cash + 0.0009 HNI shares), or stock election (0.3940 HNI shares).
• Sylvester disposed of 474,723 shares of Class A Common Stock as part of the general share conversion.
• Unvested Company RSU Awards were assumed by HNI and converted into restricted stock units settling in cash (with interest) and HNI common stock, based on the mixed election consideration.
• Sylvester disposed of 160,200 shares of Class A Common Stock related to the conversion of Unvested Company RSU Awards.
• A deemed acquisition of 360,450 shares of Steelcase Class A Common Stock occurred, representing unvested performance units based on the attainment of applicable performance metrics prior to conversion.
• Company PSU Awards were assumed by HNI and converted into restricted stock units settling in cash (with interest) and HNI common stock, based on the mixed election consideration, following the deemed attainment of performance metrics.
• Sylvester disposed of 360,450 shares of Class A Common Stock related to the conversion of Company PSU Awards.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: The filing is a factual report of insider transactions resulting from a merger, providing neutral information without explicit positive or negative financial performance indicators.

Positives

• The completion of the merger with HNI Corporation provides a defined exit and consideration for Steelcase shareholders and equity award holders.
• Unvested performance units (PSUs) were subject to a 'deemed acquisition' of 360,450 shares based on the attainment of performance metrics, indicating successful performance prior to the merger for the executive.

Future Outlook

This filing does not contain forward-looking statements or guidance, as it reports past transactions related to a completed merger.

Industry Context

The merger of Steelcase Inc. into HNI Corporation represents a significant consolidation event within the office furniture and workspace solutions industry, impacting market dynamics and competitive landscapes.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders of Steelcase Inc. received consideration (cash and/or HNI common stock) for their shares as part of the merger.
• Employees holding Unvested Company RSU Awards and Company PSU Awards had their equity awards converted into HNI restricted stock units, ensuring continuity of incentive compensation post-merger.

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Keywords

Steelcase, HNI Corporation, Merger, Form 4, Beneficial Ownership, Stock Conversion, RSU, PSU, Executive Compensation, Insider Transaction