Element Solutions Inc — Form 10-Q

Element Solutions terminated Richard Fricke effective October 19, 2026. In exchange for a broad release of claims, Fricke receives: (1) consulting agreement paying $20,000/month through October 18, 2029 (36 months = $720k total); (2) continued medical/dental insurance at active-employee rates; (3) continued vesting of 6 equity awards (3 performance-based, 3 time-vested) through original schedules; (4) potential 2026 annual incentive bonus if performance targets met; (5) 7 days of accrued vacation paid out. Non-compete and non-solicitation restrictions apply through consulting period. Identity and compensation level of Fricke not disclosed in public filing.