Summary
Western Digital Corporation (WDC) announced a significant leadership change within its finance department through an 8-K filing. Effective November 14, 2025, Brad Feller has been appointed as the new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, succeeding Gene M. Zamiska. Mr. Feller brings a diverse background in finance leadership roles across various technology companies, including previous experience at Marvell Semiconductor and Infinera. This appointment is accompanied by a comprehensive compensation package designed to attract and retain Mr. Feller. This includes a base salary of $425,000, a 75% target bonus opportunity, a $300,000 signing bonus with a clawback provision, and a substantial initial restricted stock unit (RSU) award valued at $1.5 million, vesting over time. He will also be eligible for future equity awards and participate in standard executive severance plans. Investors should note this transition as a key management update impacting the company's accounting oversight.
Key Highlights
- 1Brad Feller appointed as new Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, effective November 14, 2025.
- 2Mr. Feller succeeds Gene M. Zamiska in the role.
- 3Feller's prior experience includes CFO roles at Bright Machines, Inc., Flex Logix Technologies, Inc., and Infinera Corporation.
- 4He will receive an annual base salary of $425,000 and a target bonus of 75% of base salary.
- 5A signing bonus of $300,000 is included, subject to a two-year repayment clause unless termination is without 'Cause'.
- 6A significant sign-on RSU award of $1,500,000 is granted, with vesting starting in November 2026.
- 7Feller will also be eligible for future equity awards and standard executive severance plans.