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SEC filingenCore Energy Corp. appointed Richard Little as CEO and director and reappointed William Sheriff as Executive Chair on April 20, 2026, while terminating former CEO Robert Willette, with no disagreement cited.
enCore Energy Corp. has undergone a significant leadership transition with the appointment of Richard Little as CEO and director, and the reappointment of founder William Sheriff as Executive Chair, both effective April 20, 2026. Little brings over 30 years of industry experience, including prior CEO roles at Fury Resources, Ajax Resources, and Battalion Oil, with a focus on operational efficiency and cost management. His compensation package is structured to align with shareholder interests, featuring a substantial long-term incentive component and a sign-on equity grant. Sheriff's return to an executive role, after serving as a consultant, underscores the board's commitment to corporate renewal, with his compensation uniquely tied to investment asset performance. The departure of former CEO Robert Willette is noted as amicable, with no operational disagreements. The board has approved new award agreements for Little's inducement grant, detailing specific vesting and acceleration terms, particularly in scenarios involving termination without cause or a change in control. Accompanying these changes, the company announced a corporate renewal program emphasizing improved shareholder communication, cost management, permitting efficiency, and strategic asset development, signaling a shift towards more disciplined execution and transparency under new leadership.