01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed April 27, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
NVIDIA Corporation announced a change in its Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) position.
Donald Robertson, the current VP and CAO, has decided to retire from his role effective May 4, 2026. He will transition to a VP, Finance role to assist with projects until July 1, 2026, ensuring a smooth handover. The company has appointed Scott Gawel as the new VP and CAO, effective May 4, 2026.
Mr. Gawel brings extensive experience from his previous roles at Intel Corporation as Corporate VP and CAO, and prior leadership positions in accounting at Oracle Corporation. His appointment is accompanied by a competitive compensation package including a base salary and significant equity awards, signaling NVIDIA's commitment to strong financial leadership during this transition.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Donald Robertson, VP and Chief Accounting Officer, to retire from his CAO role effective May 4, 2026.
- Donald Robertson will remain with NVIDIA as VP, Finance until July 1, 2026, to support ongoing projects.
- Scott Gawel appointed as the new VP and Chief Accounting Officer, effective May 4, 2026.
- Scott Gawel joins NVIDIA from Intel, where he served as Corporate VP and CAO.
- Mr. Gawel has a strong background in accounting and finance with prior roles at Oracle Corporation.
- Scott Gawel's compensation package includes an annual base salary of $800,000 and new hire equity grants totaling $12,875,000 in RSUs, vesting over four years.
- There are no undisclosed related-party transactions or family relationships between Mr. Gawel and NVIDIA's management or board.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the reason for Donald Robertson's departure as CAO?
Donald Robertson is retiring from his role as VP and Chief Accounting Officer, effective May 4, 2026.
Will Donald Robertson still be involved with NVIDIA?
Yes, following his CAO retirement, Mr. Robertson will remain with NVIDIA as VP, Finance to support various projects until July 1, 2026.
What is Scott Gawel's background and experience?
Scott Gawel has significant experience, most recently serving as Corporate VP and CAO at Intel Corporation. Prior to that, he held senior accounting leadership roles at Oracle Corporation for over 15 years.
What is Scott Gawel's compensation package?
Mr. Gawel will receive an annual base salary of $800,000 and new hire equity grants valued at $12,875,000 in restricted stock units (RSUs) that vest over a four-year period.
Are there any conflicts of interest or undisclosed relationships concerning Scott Gawel's appointment?
No, the filing states there are no arrangements or understandings for his selection, no reportable transactions under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K, and no family relationships with NVIDIA's directors or executive officers.
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