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Vera Bradley, Inc.

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Initial report inaccurate: Vera Bradley executives with severance deals staying with company

Vera Bradley said a prior report was inaccurate and disclosed SEC filings showing C-suite executives Martin Layding and Melinda Paraie have severance agreements. Layding, CFO since June 2025 and later COO, and Paraie, chief brand officer, would receive 12 months base salary plus unpaid and pro-rated bonuses if dismissed without cause. Paraie’s salary is $475,000; she has $150,000 sign-on and $525,000 long-term incentive.

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA): Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. EX-10.1 2 ex-10120260724.htm EX-10.1 Document Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE PLAN AGREEMENT This Executive Severance Plan Agreement (the “ Agreement ”) entered into and effective on July 24, 2026 (the “ Effective Date ”), is by and between Martin Layding (the “ Executive ”) and

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  • The SEC-disclosed severance agreements reduce uncertainty around executive exit costs and signal continued board support for key C-suite roles.

    journalgazette.net · Jul 25, 2026

  • The filing is a corporate governance and compensation update tied to potential termination or change-in-control scenarios, not an operating or financial performance catalyst.

    SEC EDGAR 8-K · Jul 24, 2026

  • This is an insider open-market purchase by a director, which can be read as mild positive sentiment but is not a fundamental catalyst by itself.

    SEC EDGAR · Jun 16, 2026

  • The filing is a fresh insider open-market purchase, which can modestly support near-term sentiment but is not a fundamental catalyst by itself.

    SEC EDGAR · Jun 16, 2026

  • Guidance and margin/cost trajectory suggest improving profitability path, with tariff assumptions and inventory stabilization as key swing factors.

    finance.yahoo.com · Jun 13, 2026

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Initial report inaccurate: Vera Bradley executives with severance deals staying with company

Vera Bradley said a prior report was inaccurate and disclosed SEC filings showing C-suite executives Martin Layding and Melinda Paraie have severance agreements. Layding, CFO since June 2025 and later COO, and Paraie, chief brand officer, would receive 12 months base salary plus unpaid and pro-rated bonuses if dismissed without cause. Paraie’s salary is $475,000; she has $150,000 sign-on and $525,000 long-term incentive.

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Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA): Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. EX-10.1 2 ex-10120260724.htm EX-10.1 Document Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTIVE SEVERANCE PLAN AGREEMENT This Executive Severance Plan Agreement (the “ Agreement ”) entered into and effective on July 24, 2026 (the “ Effective Date ”), is by and between Martin Layding (the “ Executive ”) and

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Vera Bradley, Inc. Q1 2027 Earnings Call Summary

Vera Bradley reported a return to positive year-over-year revenue growth of nearly 8% in Q1, its first overall growth quarter since Q4 FY2022, and raised its fiscal 2027 outlook for non-GAAP operating loss improvement to at least 50% (from 40%). The company said non-GAAP gross margin rose 430 bps to 51.8%, inventory fell 26% to $73M, and it maintained full-year revenue guidance of $255M–$270M.

$VRAMedAI 8/10

Vera Bradley Announces First Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Results

Vera Bradley reported first-quarter FY2027 results, with consolidated net revenues up 7.8% to $55.7 million. The company posted a $4.8 million net loss from continuing operations ($0.17/share) and a non-GAAP net loss of $2.5 million ($0.09/share), versus prior-year losses of $18.3 million. Gross margin rose to 51.8% from 44.1%, and operating loss narrowed to $4.6 million. Vera Bradley expects non-GAAP operating loss improvement of at least 50% year over year and FY2027 sales of $255–$270 million

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Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA): Results of Operations and Financial Condition

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. EX-99.1 2 ex-99120260502.htm EX-99.1 Document VERA BRADLEY ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER FISCAL YEAR 2027 RESULTS First quarter consolidated net revenues grew 7.8% to $55.7 million; represents the first quarter of growth since Fiscal 2022 Continued sequential progress with sales growth

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA): Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

Vera Bradley, Inc. (VRA) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. vra-20260604 0001495320 FALSE 0001495320 2026-06-04 2026-06-04 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ___________________________ FORM 8-K ___________________________ CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

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Li & Fung Expands Vera Bradley Into Apparel With Holiday 2026 Launch

Li & Fung said it expanded its licensing partnership with Vera Bradley into apparel, building on Vera Bradley’s soft home business launched in early 2025. The deal, via IMG Licensing (WME Group), covers tops and outerwear for a holiday 2026 launch across full-price, specialty, off-price and club channels. Prices range from $88 to $298.

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