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Kenneth E. Johnson stepping down as COO effective May 1, 2026, to become Senior Advisor until Separation Date of January 3, 2027.

No disagreement with Company on operations, policies, controls, or financial matters.

Base salary reduced to annualized $246,000 from Transition Date through Separation Date.

Severance includes 18 months base salary lump sum, accelerated vesting of pre-2026 equity awards, 2026 target cash incentive, and 18 months health premiums.

Termination treated as 'Retirement' for 2026 phantom RSUs and 'qualifying termination' under 2025 Executive Severance Plan.

Agreement includes release of claims, restrictive covenants, and non-disparagement obligations.

Full analysis

The transition of Kenneth E. Johnson from COO to Senior Advisor reflects a planned leadership change without any disclosed operational or financial disputes, ensuring continuity through advisory services until early 2027. Compensation terms provide salary continuation at a reduced rate post-transition, alongside substantial severance benefits triggered by the planned separation, including accelerated equity vesting and cash payments tied to prior salary levels. This structure aligns with the Company's 2025 Executive Severance Plan, emphasizing retention of institutional knowledge during the handoff while securing a comprehensive release of claims and compliance with clawback and non-disparagement provisions.

CABO · Cable One, Inc.

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