SurgePays formalizes CFO separation with $250K consulting agreement; director resigns

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SurgePays, Inc. announced the formal separation agreement with its former CFO, Anthony Evers, including a $250,000 consulting fee for transition services, and the resignation of director Richard Schurfeld.

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• CFO Separation Agreement

  Anthony Evers, former Chief Financial Officer, entered into a separation agreement with SurgePays, Inc. on January 1, 2026. The agreement includes a $250,000 consulting fee for transition services related to finances, accounting, and SEC filings, payable in monthly installments through June 2026.

• Director Resignation

  Richard Schurfeld resigned as a member of the Board of Directors and all committee appointments, effective January 2, 2026, citing personal reasons and no disagreement with the company.

• Committee Appointments

  Current director David May was appointed to the Audit, Compensation, and Nominating and Corporate Governance Committees, and as chairperson of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, filling the vacancies left by Mr. Schurfeld's resignation.

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The formalization of the CFO's separation, though previously announced, includes a significant $250,000 consulting agreement for transition services. This financial commitment is material for a company of SurgePays' size, representing a notable expense. While the consulting arrangement ensures continuity and assists with critical SEC filings, the cost impacts the company's financial runway. The resignation of a director for personal reasons and subsequent committee reassignments are routine governance updates. Investors should monitor the company's financial performance and the effectiveness of the CFO transition.