Jim Stephanou departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell, Kathy Fish, John Hickox, Craig Rogerson, and Jim Stephanou informed the Company on July 9, 2026 that they will step down from the Board of the Company, effective July 31, 2026.”
Craig Rogerson departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell, Kathy Fish, John Hickox, Craig Rogerson, and Jim Stephanou informed the Company on July 9, 2026 that they will step down from the Board of the Company, effective July 31, 2026.”
John Hickox departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell, Kathy Fish, John Hickox, Craig Rogerson, and Jim Stephanou informed the Company on July 9, 2026 that they will step down from the Board of the Company, effective July 31, 2026.”
Kathy Fish departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell, Kathy Fish, John Hickox, Craig Rogerson, and Jim Stephanou informed the Company on July 9, 2026 that they will step down from the Board of the Company, effective July 31, 2026.”
John Bissell departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell, Kathy Fish, John Hickox, Craig Rogerson, and Jim Stephanou informed the Company on July 9, 2026 that they will step down from the Board of the Company, effective July 31, 2026.”
Restructurings & Charges
Origin Materials, Inc. announced a restructuring with charges of approximately $2.1 million (approximately 59%).
“its workforce by approximately 59%, resulting in an approximately $14.0 million decrease in annual operating expenses. Origin anticipates that it will incur approximately $2.1 million in restructuring charges in connection with the workforce reduction, primarily consisting of cash expenditures of approximately $2.1 million for severance and benefits costs.”
Matt Plavan was appointed as Interim Chief Executive Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“Matt Plavan, age 62, our Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026.”
John Bissell departed as Chief Executive Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“John Bissell has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026.”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.
“On March 27, 2026, Origin Materials, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2025.”
Governance Changes
Origin Materials, Inc.: Filed Certificate of Amendment to effect a one-for-thirty reverse stock split of common stock (effective 2026-03-19).
“On March 19, 2026, Origin Materials, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), filed with the Secretary of State of the State of Delaware a Certificate of Amendment to the Company’s Certificate of Incorporation (the “Amendment”), to effect a one-for-thirty reverse stock split of its outstanding common stock, effective as of March 19, 2026 (the “Reverse Stock Split”).”
Restructurings & Charges
Origin Materials, Inc. announced a restructuring with charges of approximately $0.9 million in restructuring charges (reduction of approximately 32% of the Company's global workforce).
“completing in the first quarter of 2026, subject to compliance with statutory notice periods, where applicable. The Company anticipates that it will incur approximately $0.9 million in restructuring charges in connection with the workforce reduction, primarily consisting of cash expenditures of approximately $0.9 million for severance and benefits costs. The”
Material Agreements
Origin Materials, Inc. amended Amendment to Securities Purchase Agreement and Note with an institutional purchaser valued at up to $83.3 million (effective 2025-12-22).
“On December 22, 2025, Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into an Amendment to Securities Purchase Agreement and Note (the “Amendment”), amending that certain Securities Purchase Agreement, dated November 13, 2025, by and between the Company and an institutional purchaser, which provides for the issuance in tranches of senior secured convertible notes (the “Notes”). Among other things, the Amendment (i) requires the purchaser to purchase Notes in additional closings of up to $83.3 million in tranches of up to $25.0 million in aggregate principal amount of Notes at the Company’s request, subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions”
Governance Changes
Origin Materials, Inc.: Amended and restated bylaws to change quorum requirement from majority to one-third of outstanding shares (effective 2025-12-11).
“On December 11, 2025, the board of directors of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) amended and restated the Company’s Bylaws (as amended and restated, the “Amended and Restated Bylaws”), effective immediately.”
Debt Financings
Origin Materials, Inc. incurred senior notes of $16.7 million in aggregate principal amount of Notes with an institutional purchaser at The Notes bear no interest rate (except upon event of default) maturing the date that is the 30-month anniversary of the last day of the month in which the closing with respect to the applicable Notes occurs.
“under the Purchase Agreement to occur on or about November 17, 2025, subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions. At the initial closing, the Company will issue $16.7 million in aggregate principal amount of Notes and will receive $15.0 million (after deducting the original issue discount). The Company has agreed to seek stockholder approval to permit”
Debt Financings
Origin Materials, Inc. incurred guarantee of €9,476,157.60 (approximately $11,182,813.58 based on the exchange rate in effect September 22, 2025) with Starlinger & Co Gesellschaft m.b.H. at 10.56% per annum maturing fully repaid in October 2029.
“In connection with the Note, the Company executed a Guaranty Agreement in favor of Starlinger dated September 22, 2025 (the “Guaranty”).”
Debt Financings
Origin Materials, Inc. incurred loan of €9,476,157.60 (approximately $11,182,813.58 based on the exchange rate in effect September 22, 2025) with Starlinger & Co Gesellschaft m.b.H. at 10.56% per annum maturing fully repaid in October 2029.
“On September 22, 2025, Origin Closures, LLC (“Closures”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company,” “we,” or “us”) executed a Secured Promissory Note (the “Note”) in favor of Starlinger & Co Gesellschaft m.b.H. (“Starlinger”) in the principal amount of €9,476,157.60 (approximately $11,182,813.58 based on the exchange rate in effect September 22, 2025) to finance the purchase of certain equipment used to produce polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sheet.”
Listing & Compliance Notices
Origin Materials, Inc. received a nasdaq extension granted notice regarding minimum bid price (rules 5550(a)(2), 5810(c)(3)(A)).
“October 7, 2025, the Company received written notice from Nasdaq notifying the Company that it has determined that the Company is eligible for an additional 180-day calendar period, or until April 6, 2026, to regain compliance. The determination is based upon the Company meeting the applicable market value of publicly held shares requirement for continued listing and all other applicable requirements for initial listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market (except for the Minimum Bid Requirement), the Company’s written notice of its intention to cure the deficiency by effecting a reverse stock split”
Pia Heidenmark Cook departed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On April 28, 2025, Pia Heidenmark Cook notified the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) that she has decided not to stand for reelection as a director of the Company at the Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on May 6, 2025 (the “Annual Meeting”).”
Listing & Compliance Notices
Origin Materials, Inc. received a nasdaq deficiency notice notice regarding minimum bid price (rules 5550(a)(2), 5810(c)(3)(A)).
“April 7, 2025, Origin Materials, Inc. ("Origin") received a letter from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff (the "Staff") of The Nasdaq Stock Market ("Nasdaq") notifying Origin that for the last 31 consecutive business days the bid price of Origin’s common stock had closed below $1.00 per share, the minimum closing bid price (the "Minimum Bid Price") required by the continued listing requirements of Nasdaq listing rule 5550(a)(2). The notification received has no immediate effect on the listing of Origin’s common stock on Nasdaq. In accordance with Nasdaq's listing rule 5810(c)(3)(A), Orig”
Restructurings & Charges
Origin Materials, Inc. announced a restructuring with charges of approximately $0.6 million affecting global workforce and Origin 1 facility in Sarnia, Ontario (approximately 28% of the Company's global workforce).
“subject to compliance with statutory notice periods, where applicable. The Company expects to record a restructuring charge related to the workforce reduction of approximately $0.6 million, primarily consisting of severance and benefits costs, inclusive of cash expenditures for employee separation costs of approximately $0.5 million and non-cash charges of”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2024 results: revenue $6.8 million. Guidance reaffirmed.
“Origin Materials reported quarterly revenue of $6.8 million generated by the Company’s supply chain activation program and joint development agreements.”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved Approval of amendment to certificate of incorporation to effect a reverse stock split at a ratio in the range of one-for-five to one-for-thirty, with board discretion as to ratio at the 2024-05-02 meeting.
“4. To approve the amendment of the Company’s amended and restated certificate of incorporation to effect a reverse split of the Company's common stock at a ratio in the range of one-for five to one-for-thirty, such ratio to be determined in the discretion of the Company’s board of directors. The voting results were as follows: Votes For Votes Against Abstentions Total 92,703,100 6,078,349 4,027,138 102,808,587”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved Advisory (non-binding) approval of compensation paid to named executive officers at the 2024-05-02 meeting.
“3. To approve, on an advisory non-binding basis, the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Proxy Statement. The voting results were as follows: Votes For Votes Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes Total 51,151,689 13,816,380 3,490,720 34,349,798 68,458,789”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024 at the 2024-05-02 meeting.
“2. To ratify the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. The voting results were as follows: Votes For Votes Against Abstentions Total 97,316,137 1,550,869 3,941,581 102,808,587”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved Election of three Class III directors to hold office until 2026 annual meeting at the 2024-05-02 meeting.
“1. To elect the following three Class III directors to hold office until the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. The voting results were as follows: Name Votes For Votes Withheld Broker Non-Votes Total John Bissell 57,298,828 11,159,961 34,349,798 68,458,789 John Hickox 63,492,232 4,966,557 34,349,798 68,458,789 Jim Stephanou 63,572,400 4,886,389 34,349,798 68,458,789”
R. Tony Tripeny changed role as Chair of the Board at Origin Materials, Inc..
“R. Tony Tripeny, the current Chair of the Audit Committee, will succeed Ms. Richardson as Chair of the Board”
John Hickox was appointed as Chair of the Audit Committee at Origin Materials, Inc..
“Mr. Hickox will succeed Mr. Tripeny as Chair of the Audit Committee.”
John Hickox was appointed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On February 28, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed John Hickox to serve as a director of the Company.”
Karen Richardson resigned as Chair of the Board and Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On February 27, 2024, Karen Richardson informed the Board of her resignation as Chair of the Board of Directors and as a director, effective March 1, 2024.”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. reported financial results for fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
“Origin Materials, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023.”
Charles Drucker resigned as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“Charles Drucker informed Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) of his decision to resign from the Board of Directors of the Company effective February 1, 2024.”
Listing & Compliance Notices
Origin Materials, Inc. received a nasdaq deficiency notice notice regarding minimum bid price (rules 5450(a)(1), 5810(c)(3)(A)).
“January 4, 2024, Origin Materials, Inc. received a letter from the Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff of The Nasdaq Stock Market notifying Origin that for the last 30 consecutive business days the bid price of Origin’s common stock had closed below $1.00 per share, the minimum closing bid price required by the continued listing requirements of Nasdaq listing rule 5450(a)(1). The notification received has no immediate effect on the listing of Origin’s common stock on Nasdaq. In accordance with listing rule 5810(c)(3)(A), Origin has 180 calendar days, or until July 2, 2024, to regain compliance”
Restructurings & Charges
Origin Materials, Inc. announced a restructuring with charges of approximately $2.7 million affecting global employee headcount (approximately 30% of the Company’s global employee headcount).
“on November 17, 2023, the Company affected an organizational realignment to reflect the deferral of research programs with longer-term economic impacts and the acceleration of higher-margin revenue opportunities, resulting in a workforce reduction. The workforce reduction efforts have impacted approximately 30% of the Company’s global employee headcount. The Company expects the reduction in workforce to be largely completed by November 20, 2023, subject to compliance with statutory notice periods, where applicable. The Company expects to record a restructuring charge related to the workforce reduction of approximately $2.7 million”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. reported third quarter ended September 30, 2023 results: revenue $7.1 million, net income $30.9 million.
“our sustainable products to market while maximizing shareholder value.” 1 Company Third Quarter and Recent Business Highlights Origin Materials reported quarterly revenue of $7.1 million generated by joint development agreements and the Company’s supply chain activation program. Our engagements with some of the world’s leading companies to deploy our technology”
Matthew Plavan was appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“After an extensive search process, on October 1, 2023, the Board appointed Matthew Plavan to serve as Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective as of the Effective Date.”
Pam Haley changed role as Interim Chief Financial Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On October 30, 2023 (the "Effective Date"), Ms. Haley will step down from her position as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company and resume her previous role as the Company's Vice President, Finance & Accounting.”
Pam Haley was appointed as Interim Chief Financial Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On August 29, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Company appointed Pam Haley as Interim Chief Financial Officer of the Company, effective September 1, 2023.”
Nate Whaley resigned as Chief Financial Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“Nate Whaley’s resignation as Chief Financial Officer of the Company became effective on September 1, 2023 and was not as a result of a termination of his employment.”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. updated its the three months ended June 30, 2023 guidance (reaffirmed).
“On August 9, 2023, Origin Materials, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2023.”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved To approve, on an advisory non-binding basis, the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Proxy Statement. at the 2023-07-20 meeting.
“To approve, on an advisory non-binding basis, the compensation paid to the Company’s named executive officers, as disclosed in the Proxy Statement. The voting results were as follows: Votes For Votes Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes Total 55,880,681 11,065,322 819,795 35,461,886 67,765,798”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved To ratify the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. at the 2023-07-20 meeting.
“To ratify the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. The voting results were as follows: Votes For Votes Against Abstentions Total 102,982,453 114,765 130,466 103,227,684”
Shareholder Votes
Origin Materials, Inc. shareholders approved Election of four Class II directors to hold office until the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. at the 2023-07-20 meeting.
“To elect the following four Class II directors to hold office until the Company’s 2026 annual meeting of stockholders. The voting results were as follows: Name Votes For Votes Withheld Broker Non-Votes Total Charles Drucker 56,969,051 10,796,747 35,461,886 67,765,798 Kathleen B. Fish 57,029,308 10,736,490 35,461,886 67,765,798 Rich Riley 57,517,472 10,248,326 35,461,886 67,765,798 R. Tony Tripeny 67,541,847 223,951 35,461,886 67,765,798”
Nate Whaley resigned as Chief Financial Officer at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On June 13, 2023, Nate Whaley, informed Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) that he will be stepping down from his role as Chief Financial Officer effective September 1, 2023.”
James Stephanou was appointed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On June 12, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) James Stephanou to serve as a director of the Company.”
James Stephanou was appointed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On June 7, 2023, the Board appointed James Stephanou to serve as a director of the Company.”
Earnings Releases
Origin Materials, Inc. reported first quarter ended March 31, 2023 results: revenue $1.7 million. Guidance reaffirmed.
“Origin Materials reported quarterly revenue of $1.7 million generated by joint development agreements and the Company’s supply chain activation program”
R. Tony Tripeny was appointed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On March 31, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Craig A. Rogerson and R. Tony Tripeny to serve as directors of the Company, effective May 1, 2023.”
Craig A. Rogerson was appointed as Director at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On March 31, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Craig A. Rogerson and R. Tony Tripeny to serve as directors of the Company, effective May 1, 2023.”
Boon Sim departed as Board of Directors at Origin Materials, Inc..
“On March 13, 2023, Boon Sim informed Origin Materials, Inc. (the “Company”) that, effective March 13, 2023, he is resigning from the Board of Directors.”
Auditor Changes
Origin Materials, Inc. engaged Deloitte & Touche LLP as its auditor.
“On March 6, 2023, the Audit Committee approved the appointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP ("Deloitte") as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.”
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