01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed February 20, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Ventas, Inc. (VTR) filed a Form 8-K dated February 20, 2026 under Item 5.02 to disclose a leadership change in its finance organization.
Gregory R. Liebbe, Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller, informed the Company on February 16, 2026 that he is resigning to pursue other opportunities. His last day of employment will be February 27, 2026.
The filing states that his decision is not the result of any disagreement with the Company, including on any matter relating to its accounting practices or financial reporting. The filing notes that Robert F. Probst, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will assume the responsibilities of Chief Accounting Officer on an interim basis, effective with Mr. Liebbe's departure.
The Company is conducting a comprehensive search for a permanent successor. Mr. Probst credited Mr. Liebbe with contributions to Ventas over the last 20 years, including the last 10 years as Chief Accounting Officer.
The filing does not include any financial results, guidance, or compensation terms for the departing or interim officers. For investors, the key takeaways are the orderly, non-disagreement nature of the departure and the interim coverage of the accounting leadership role by the CFO while the search continues.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Gregory R. Liebbe, SVP, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller, is resigning to pursue other opportunities, with his last day on February 27, 2026.
- The filing states Mr. Liebbe's resignation is not the result of any disagreement with the Company, including on accounting practices or financial reporting.
- Robert F. Probst, EVP and Chief Financial Officer, will assume Chief Accounting Officer responsibilities on an interim basis.
- The Company is conducting a comprehensive search for a permanent Chief Accounting Officer successor.
- Mr. Liebbe had served the Company for 20 years, including the last 10 years as Chief Accounting Officer, per Mr. Probst's comment.
- The filing contains no financial results, guidance, or compensation terms related to the change.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is leaving Ventas and when?
Gregory R. Liebbe, Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller, informed the Company on February 16, 2026 that he is resigning. His last day of employment is February 27, 2026.
Why is the Chief Accounting Officer leaving?
The filing states that Mr. Liebbe is resigning to pursue other opportunities. It also states that his decision is not the result of any disagreement with the Company, including on accounting practices or financial reporting.
Who will handle the Chief Accounting Officer role in the interim?
Robert F. Probst, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will assume the Chief Accounting Officer responsibilities on an interim basis.
Is the Company searching for a replacement?
Yes. The filing states the Company is conducting a comprehensive search for a permanent Chief Accounting Officer successor. No timeline or candidate is named.
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