Vera Bradley CEO Jackie Ardrey departs; receives $2M lump sum severance, accelerated RSU vesting

Vera Bradley, Inc.

Former CEO Jackie Ardrey terminated July 31, 2025; enters Release and Waiver Agreement.
Lump sum payment of $2,000,000; pro rata FY2026 cash bonus payable later.
Immediate full vesting of time-based RSUs; performance-based RSUs remain subject to criteria.
Severance also includes base salary through termination and accrued benefits.
Release of all claims against Vera Bradley; no immediate successor named.

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