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CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. 8-K Report, Executive Changes (Apr 18, 2025)

Reports
Leadership Changes
Filing Date
Filed April 18, 2025
Period End
April 16, 2025
Security
CRWD
In the record · 2019–202610-K710-Q238-K64

CRWD filed 7 annual reports (10-K), 23 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 64 current reports (8-K) between 2019 and 2026.

  1. Material agreement8-K · Jan ’21Jan ’21
  2. Leadership change8-K · Mar ’23Mar ’23
  3. Leadership change8-K · Apr ’26Apr ’26

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed April 18, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

This 8-K filing from CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD) reports on executive compensation for fiscal year 2026, specifically detailing the package for President Michael Sentonas.

Effective February 1, 2025, Mr. Sentonas's annual base salary will be $875,000,a with a target incentive compensation award of 100%. This compensation aligns with the company's established Corporate Incentive Plan.

While this filing is routine in nature regarding executive compensation adjustments, it provides clarity on a key executive's remuneration structure moving into the next fiscal year. Investors can view this as an update on the company's commitment to retaining and incentivizing its senior leadership, crucial for executing its growth strategy in the cybersecurity market.

Key Highlights

  1. CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. has filed an 8-K detailing executive compensation for FY2026.
  2. President Michael Sentonas's compensation package for FY2026 has been approved.
  3. Effective February 1, 2025, Mr. Sentonas's annual base salary will be $875,000.
  4. Mr. Sentonas's target incentive compensation award is set at 100%.
  5. Compensation is governed by the terms of the Company's Corporate Incentive Plan.
  6. The compensation adjustments reflect standard practice for named executive officers.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

    The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to report on the approved executive compensation package for fiscal year 2026 for CrowdStrike's President, Michael Sentonas, effective February 1, 2025.

  2. What are the key compensation details for Michael Sentonas in FY2026?

    For fiscal year 2026, Mr. Sentonas will receive an annual base salary of $875,000 and a target incentive compensation award of 100%.

  3. Is this compensation structure new or a change from previous policies?

    This filing details the compensation for the upcoming fiscal year (FY2026) and adheres to the company's existing Corporate Incentive Plan, which was previously filed. It represents an approved adjustment for the new fiscal year rather than a change in policy.

  4. Who approved this compensation package?

    The compensation package for Michael Sentonas was approved by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors and subsequently by the full Board of Directors.