Abacus Global Management Appoints COO, Approves Substantial Performance-Based Executive Compensation

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Abacus Global Management appointed its CFO as COO and approved a substantial performance-based executive compensation package, including equity awards representing nearly 5% of current market cap, contingent on aggressive growth targets and shareholder approval. The company also changed its independent auditor without reported disagreements.

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• Auditor Change Announced

  The Audit Committee approved the dismissal of Grant Thornton, LLP and the engagement of KPMG LLP as the new independent registered public accounting firm, effective March 16, 2026. The company reported no disagreements or reportable events with Grant Thornton.

• CFO Appointed Chief Operating Officer

  William McCauley, the current Chief Financial Officer, was additionally appointed Chief Operating Officer of the company, effective March 12, 2026.

• Executive Salary Increases Approved

  CEO Jay Jackson's annual salary was increased to $725,000, and CFO/COO William McCauley's annual salary was increased to $500,000, effective March 12, 2026.

• Substantial Performance-Based Equity Awards

  The CEO and CFO/COO were awarded performance-based restricted stock units and a one-time incentive equity bonus, totaling approximately 4.78 million potential shares. These awards are contingent on achieving aggressive 2026 Adjusted Net Income targets (up to $192M) and a market capitalization exceeding $1.5 billion, and require shareholder approval of an amended Long-Term Incentive Plan.

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This filing details significant executive and governance changes. The company dismissed Grant Thornton, LLP as its independent auditor and engaged KPMG LLP, a change noted to be without any disagreements or reportable events, suggesting a routine transition. More importantly, William McCauley, the Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, expanding his leadership role. The Board also approved substantial performance-based compensation for the CEO and CFO/COO, including significant salary increases, annual cash bonuses, and large equity awards (restricted stock units and one-time bonuses). These equity awards, totaling approximately 4.78 million shares, represent a potential future dilution of nearly 5% of the current market capitalization. However, these awards are heavily contingent on achieving aggressive performance targets, including a 2026 Adjusted Net Income of up to $192 million and a market capitalization exceeding $1.5 billion, and require shareholder approval of an amended Long-Term Incentive Plan. This structure strongly aligns executive incentives with significant future growth and shareholder value creation, following recent positive financial results and strategic acquisitions.