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Star Equity completes $5M buyback, authorizes new $3M repurchase program; reduces officer comp by ~$700k/yr
Star Equity Holdings, Inc.
- Completed $5M share repurchase program authorized Aug 2023; new $3M program authorized effective Sept 10, 2025.
- CEO Eberwein base salary set at $500k (half cash/half equity); CAO Diamond base $300k; target RSUs $650k/$60k.
- Expected annual reduction in total officer compensation of ~$700k from pre-merger combined costs.
- Independent director annual retainer set at $65k in RSUs plus $25k cash; additional committee chair retainers.