[8-K] VALVOLINE INC Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Valvoline Inc. reported that, effective December 29, 2025, Senior Vice President Mary E. Meixelsperger retired from the Company. She previously served as Valvoline’s Chief Financial Officer from June 2016 through May 19, 2025, before continuing in a senior leadership role. The Company acknowledged and appreciated her long tenure and contributions and extended best wishes for her retirement.

8-K Event Classification

Item 5.02 — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers Governance

Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

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FORM 8-K

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CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 29, 2025

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VALVOLINE INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

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Kentucky

001-37884

30-0939371

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

100 Valvoline Way

Lexington, KY 40509

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

(859) 357-7777

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common stock, par value $0.01 per share

VVV

New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

						Emerging growth company			☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.									☐

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Effective December 29, 2025, Mary E. Meixelsperger, Senior Vice President of Valvoline Inc. (“Valvoline” or the “Company”) retired from the Company. The Company appreciates Ms. Meixelsperger’s services to the Company, including as Chief Financial Officer from June 2016 through May 19, 2025, and wishes her the best in retirement.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

			VALVOLINE INC.
Date: January 5, 2026			By:			/s/ Julie M. O'Daniel
						Julie M. O'Daniel
						Senior Vice President,
						Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

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FAQ

What leadership change did Valvoline (VVV) disclose?

Valvoline disclosed that, effective December 29, 2025, Senior Vice President Mary E. Meixelsperger retired from the Company.

What role did Mary E. Meixelsperger previously hold at Valvoline (VVV)?

Mary E. Meixelsperger previously served as Valvoline’s Chief Financial Officer from June 2016 through May 19, 2025, before her retirement as Senior Vice President.

When did Mary E. Meixelsperger retire from Valvoline (VVV)?

Mary E. Meixelsperger retired from Valvoline effective December 29, 2025.

Does the filing mention Valvoline’s appreciation for Mary E. Meixelsperger?

Yes. Valvoline states it appreciates Ms. Meixelsperger’s services to the Company and wishes her the best in retirement.

Who signed the Valvoline report describing this leadership change?

The report was signed by Julie M. O'Daniel, Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of Valvoline Inc.