IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi appointed Chairman; Executive Chairman Peter Chapman departs board

IonQ, Inc.

Niccolo de Masi, CEO, becomes Chairman of the Board effective Aug 1, 2025, succeeding Peter Chapman.
Peter Chapman steps down from board and company, triggering severance: one year base salary plus target bonus, pro-rated 2025 bonus, COBRA premiums for one year.
Chapman receives unpaid retention bonus from Dec 2024 agreement; unvested RSUs/stock options fully vest; PSUs vest prorated at target.
No family relationships or related party transactions with Niccolo de Masi as disclosed.

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