Fortune Brands EVP Kristin Papesh Disposes Shares

Transaction reflects routine share withholding for tax obligations tied to vested equity awards.

December 15, 2025

Equity Transaction Reflects Routine Compensation Mechanics

On December 11, 2025, Fortune Brands Innovations EVP and CHRO Kristin Papesh disposed of 303 shares of company stock in a routine equity compensation-related transaction. The activity was disclosed in a recent SEC filing and reflects standard share withholding to cover tax obligations triggered by vesting.

The shares were valued at $52.44 apiece at the time of the transaction. Rather than paying taxes in cash, Papesh opted for a method where shares are automatically withheld by the company to satisfy the tax requirement—a common approach among public company executives with equity grants.

After the transaction, Papesh holds 7,314 shares directly. That number includes 5,681 restricted stock units (RSUs) that haven’t yet vested. These RSUs are scheduled to convert into common shares as they meet certain conditions over time, typically tied to continued service or performance.

Additional Details from the Filing

There were no derivative securities involved in this filing. The transaction was processed under Rule 16b-3(e) , which provides an exemption for tax-related share disposals when equity awards vest.

The filing, submitted on December 12 by Angela M. Pla as attorney-in-fact, confirms the details of the change in ownership. This is a routine administrative update—one that ensures transparency in how equity compensation is handled at the executive level.

For Fortune Brands shareholders and observers, it’s a reminder of how equity plans operate behind the scenes. Transactions like this happen automatically when awards vest, and they help executives meet their tax obligations without disrupting their overall holdings.