OCUL 8-K: Board change

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001104659-26-124159

OCUL filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026. Ocular Therapeutix elected Riad Sherif, M.D. to its Board of Directors effective November 6, 2026, and announced that Seung Suh Hong, Ph.D. resigned from the Board effective December 31, 2026.

Summary of the filing

Ocular Therapeutix elected Riad Sherif, M.D. to its Board of Directors effective November 6, 2026, and announced that Seung Suh Hong, Ph.D. resigned from the Board effective December 31, 2026. Dr. Hong's resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Board or management.

Key details

Stock option grant to Riad Sherif (88,000 shares at $6.60 exercise price)$581K
Restricted stock unit award to Riad Sherif (28,000 shares)$0
RegistrantOcular Therapeutix, Inc.
Employer of newly elected director riad sherif (ceo)Oculis Holding AG
Director (class i)Riad Sherif, M.D.
DirectorSeung Suh Hong, Ph.D.

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Frequently asked questions

What did OCUL file with the SEC on Nov 9, 2026?

OCUL filed a 8-K (Board change). Ocular Therapeutix elected Riad Sherif, M.D. to its Board of Directors effective November 6, 2026, and announced that Seung Suh Hong, Ph.D. resigned from the Board effective December 31, 2026. Dr. Hong's resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Board or management.

What does a board change mean for OCUL stock?

Not always. A planned retirement with a successor is usually calm; a sudden departure “effective immediately”, especially of a CFO or near results, often worries investors.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

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