SEAT.NASDAQVivid Seats INC

Form 4: Todd Boehly Converts Vivid Seats RSUs to Common Stock

Sentiment:

Insider Transaction Report


Todd Boehly, a Director and 10% owner of Vivid Seats Inc., converted 245 Restricted Stock Units into Class A Common Stock on October 19, 2025, under a Rule 10b5-1 plan.

Summary

  • Todd L. Boehly, a Director and 10% Owner of Vivid Seats Inc. (SEAT), reported a transaction on October 19, 2025.
  • The transaction involved the conversion of 245 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) into 245 shares of Class A Common Stock.
  • This conversion was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1(c) plan.
  • Following the transaction, Mr. Boehly directly beneficially owns 4,831 shares of Class A Common Stock.
  • The reported share numbers have been adjusted to reflect a 1-for-20 reverse stock split of the Issuer's Class A and Class B common stock, which was effective on August 5, 2025.
  • Each RSU represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class A common stock.
  • The RSUs began vesting in five equal annual installments on October 19, 2022, and will be fully vested on October 19, 2026.

Sentiment

Score: 6

Explanation: The sentiment is slightly positive as it reflects a routine conversion of equity compensation by a key insider (Director and 10% owner) under a pre-arranged plan, indicating continued ownership and commitment. It is not highly impactful but generally viewed as a neutral to slightly positive signal.

Positives

  • The conversion of Restricted Stock Units into common stock indicates continued ownership and alignment of interests between the insider and shareholders.
  • The transaction was made pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1(c) plan, suggesting a pre-planned, non-discretionary action.

Future Outlook

The Restricted Stock Units held by Todd Boehly are scheduled to be fully vested on October 19, 2026, indicating a future milestone for his equity compensation.

Industry Context

This Form 4 filing details a routine insider transaction related to equity compensation, which is common across publicly traded companies. It does not provide information on broader industry trends or competitive landscape.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: The transaction increases direct ownership of Class A Common Stock by a significant insider, potentially aligning his interests more closely with other shareholders.

Next Steps

  • The remaining Restricted Stock Units held by Todd Boehly will continue to vest, with full vesting expected by October 19, 2026.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2022-10-19Date RSUs began vesting in five equal annual installments.
2025-08-05Effective date of the 1-for-20 reverse stock split for Class A and Class B common stock.
2025-10-19Date of the reported transaction (conversion of RSUs to Class A Common Stock).
2025-10-21Date the Form 4 was signed by Emily Epstein, Attorney-in-Fact.
2026-10-19Date RSUs will be fully vested.

Recommendation

hold

This Form 4 filing details a routine insider transaction (conversion of RSUs to common stock under a 10b5-1 plan) and does not contain information significant enough to warrant a change in investment recommendation. It primarily confirms a pre-scheduled equity event for a director and 10% owner, which is generally neutral to slightly positive but lacks the fundamental or strategic insights needed for a 'buy' or 'sell' recommendation. Investors should 'hold' and look to broader financial reports for investment decisions.

Keywords

Vivid Seats, SEAT, Todd Boehly, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Restricted Stock Units, RSU Conversion, Class A Common Stock, 10b5-1 Plan, Director Ownership, 10% Owner

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