COLUMBUS MCKINNON CORP (CMCO)

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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CFO Gregory Rustowicz acquired 86.401 shares of common stock through dividend reinvestment on 05/11/2026, demonstrating continued confidence in the company despite modest transaction size.
Following the transaction, Rustowicz beneficially owns 95,757.71 shares, with significant vesting schedules ahead: 2,735.904 shares vest 5/22/2026, 3,371.651 shares vest 50% annually over 2 years, and 13,561.155 shares vest 33.33% annually over 3 years, conditional on continued employment.
The filing indicates substantial equity compensation tied to employment retention, with approximately 19,668.71 shares of restricted stock currently subject to forfeiture, suggesting the company uses retention-focused incentive structures for executive leadership.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Officer Chintapalli Appal acquired approximately 61 shares through dividend reinvestment on restricted stock units, indicating continued equity accumulation by company management.
The reporting person holds 37,963 total shares with significant unvested restricted stock components: 1,724 shares vesting 5/22/2026, 2,244 shares vesting 50% annually over 2 years, and 9,911 shares vesting 33% annually over 3 years, demonstrating multi-year incentive alignment.
As President of Americas, this insider's equity position remains contingent on continued employment, suggesting management confidence in the company's direction and retention of key leadership.
The transaction was relatively modest in size (approximately $0 acquisition price for RSU dividend reinvestment), representing routine equity compensation activity rather than significant discretionary buying or selling.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Mark Paradowski, Sr. VP of Information Services & CDO, acquired 38.537 restricted stock units through dividend reinvestment on 05/11/2026, indicating participation in the company's equity compensation program.
Total beneficial ownership reached 32,345.774 shares following the transaction, with significant vesting schedules showing 8,772.774 shares of restricted stock subject to forfeiture, demonstrating substantial equity compensation exposure.
Vesting structure is staggered across multiple tranches (immediate, 2-year, and 3-year schedules) conditional on continued employment, suggesting the company uses long-term retention incentives for key executive personnel.
The relatively modest transaction size (38.537 shares) and routine nature of dividend reinvestment suggests standard equity management rather than significant insider conviction about stock direction.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Officer Mario Y. Ramos (CPTO and GM Latin America) acquired 45,681 shares of common stock on 05/11/2026 at $0 price, representing a restricted stock unit grant with dividend reinvestment rather than open market purchase.
Total beneficial ownership increased to 33,450.879 shares following the transaction, with significant vesting schedules: 1,367.952 shares vest 5/22/2026, 1,745.520 shares vest 50% annually over 2 years, and 7,285.407 shares vest 33.33% annually over 3 years, contingent on continued employment.
The grant structure indicates compensation-related equity issuance rather than insider conviction buying, as the $0 acquisition price reflects restricted stock awards tied to retention and performance rather than market-based investment activity.
This is a routine executive equity grant transaction with standard vesting conditions, showing no material insider selling pressure and alignment of executive interests with shareholder value over the multi-year vesting period.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Adrienne Williams, Sr. Vice President & CHRO, acquired 45.681 shares of common stock through dividend reinvestment on 05/11/2026, a routine compensation-related transaction with no price consideration.
Williams now beneficially owns 18,465.879 total shares directly, with significant vesting schedules ahead: 1,367.952 shares vest 5/22/2026, 1,745.520 shares vest 50% annually over 2 years, and 7,285.407 shares vest 33% annually over 3 years, contingent on continued employment.
The transaction represents restricted stock unit accumulation rather than open market purchases, indicating this is equity compensation management rather than a meaningful insider investment signal about company prospects.
All shares are held directly by Williams with no derivative securities involved, and the filing was executed by Mary C. O'Connor as power of attorney, suggesting routine administrative processing.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Sr VP, General Counsel & Secretary Alan Korman acquired 62.805 restricted stock units on 05/11/2026 through dividend reinvestment, a routine and relatively small transaction indicating passive wealth accumulation.
Korman's total beneficial ownership stands at 51,595.198 shares, with significant vesting schedules: 1,940 shares vest 5/22/2026, 2,398 shares vest 50% annually over 3 years, and 9,959 shares vest 33.33% annually over 3 years, subject to continued employment.
The transaction represents compensation through equity grants rather than open market purchases, which is typical for executive-level officers but does not indicate insider conviction about stock undervaluation.
All acquired securities are restricted stock units subject to forfeiture conditions tied to employment tenure, suggesting this is part of standard executive compensation rather than a discretionary investment decision.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Director Jeanne Beliveau-Dunn acquired 3,576 shares of common stock on 05/11/2026, representing a direct equity purchase that signals confidence in the company's value.
The filing shows significant deferred stock accumulation across five separate tranches totaling approximately 22,779 deferred stock units, primarily attributable to dividend reinvestment, indicating structured long-term wealth accumulation aligned with shareholder interests.
All derivative securities (deferred stock units) are scheduled to vest after the reporting person ceases board duties, demonstrating alignment between director compensation and continued service obligations under the company's equity plan.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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CEO David J. Wilson acquired 373.057 restricted stock units (RSUs) on 05/11/2026 through dividend reinvestment, demonstrating continued confidence in the company while maintaining his equity stake.
Wilson's total beneficial ownership stands at 199,036.512 shares directly owned, with an additional 31,300 shares held indirectly through a trust, indicating substantial personal investment in CMCO aligned with shareholder interests.
A significant portion of the RSU grant (84,923.512 shares) remains subject to forfeiture, with vesting schedules spanning through 2029, suggesting retention-focused compensation tied to continued employment rather than immediate value capture.
The transaction appears routine and non-material, involving only dividend reinvestment on existing equity compensation rather than open market purchases, which provides limited insight into management's view of undervaluation or stock price prospects.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Jon Adams, Sr. VP of Business Integration, acquired 41.478 shares through dividend reinvestment on restricted stock units, indicating a modest equity stake reinforcement rather than significant new investment conviction.
The reporting person holds 9,442.386 shares of restricted stock with staggered vesting schedules over multiple years (through January 2027 and beyond), demonstrating long-term retention incentives tied to continued employment.
The transaction represents compensation/equity grant activity rather than open market purchases, suggesting this reflects standard equity compensation practices rather than insider confidence in near-term stock performance.
Filing was executed by Mary C. O'Connor as Power of Attorney, which is routine administrative delegation but confirms proper compliance with SEC reporting requirements.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Director Chad R. Abraham acquired 20,000 shares of common stock on 05/11/2026, representing a direct equity purchase that signals insider confidence in CMCO's value.
Abraham received significant dividend reinvestment through deferred stock units across multiple tranches (4,275.52, 3,268.663, 3,600.713, and 8,666.995 shares), totaling approximately 19,811 additional shares, indicating substantial existing equity ownership.
The deferred shares vest in two tranches (February 2031 and February 2032), suggesting a multi-year compensation structure aligned with long-term company performance rather than short-term trading activity.
As a director with 10% ownership status, Abraham's continued equity accumulation through both direct purchase and dividend reinvestment demonstrates sustained commitment and belief in the company's strategic direction.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Director Aghili Aghili acquired 16,253 shares of common stock directly on 05/11/2026, demonstrating insider confidence in CMCO's valuation at the time of transaction.
The filing shows significant deferred stock unit accumulation totaling approximately 15,568 shares across three tranches with different vesting schedules (June 2026, January 2027, and post-directorship), indicating substantial equity compensation tied to continued service.
All derivative securities transactions represent dividend reinvestment on existing deferred stock holdings rather than new purchases, suggesting these are routine compensation adjustments rather than discretionary insider buying signals.
The staggered delivery dates of deferred shares (including one contingent on cessation of director status) suggest structured retention mechanisms designed to align insider interests with long-term company performance.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-13

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Director Kathryn Bohl acquired 14,812 shares of common stock on 05/11/2026, representing a direct purchase that signals insider confidence in the company's valuation.
The filing shows accumulation of deferred stock units (DSUs) totaling approximately 19,775 shares across four separate transactions, all attributable to dividend reinvestment on 05/11/2026, indicating continued equity compensation alignment.
All deferred stock units are contingent on Bohl ceasing her director role, suggesting these are part of a structured compensation plan rather than discretionary insider buying activity.
The transaction involves only non-derivative common stock acquisition alongside DSU dividend reinvestment, with no derivative securities being exercised or disposed, indicating a passive accumulation strategy.

Current Report Filed: 2026-03-23

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The company's board of directors has declared and approved a dividend of $0.07 per common share, payable on May 11, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 1, 2026.
This dividend payment signals the company's financial stability and commitment to returning value to its shareholders.
The timing of the dividend declaration, shortly before the end of the fiscal year, suggests the company is maintaining a consistent dividend policy.

Current Report Filed: 2026-03-17

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The company will present at the 2026 J.P. Morgan Industrials Conference, providing an opportunity for investors to gain insights into the company's performance and strategy.
The presentation materials have been made available, allowing investors to review the company's key highlights and financial information.
The live audio webcast of the presentation will be available on the company's Investor Relations webpage, enabling remote access for interested investors.

Current Report Filed: 2026-03-04

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Columbus McKinnon Corporation has completed the divestiture of its U.S. power chain hoist and chain manufacturing operations for $210 million in cash, plus a potential $25 million earnout payment.
The divestiture allows the company to focus on its core business and reduce its exposure to a less profitable segment.
The unaudited pro forma financial information suggests the divestiture will have a positive impact on the company's financial performance.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-03-03

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The reporting person, Alan S. Korman, sold 302 shares of the company's common stock at $19.15 per share, potentially indicating some insider selling activity.
Korman beneficially owns 51,532.3931 shares of the company's common stock, including 14,234.3931 shares of restricted stock that are subject to vesting conditions.
The reported sale of shares appears to be in connection with the termination of the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), as the shares were previously allocated to Korman under the ESOP.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-03-03

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The reporting person, Mark R. Paradowski, is the Senior VP of Information Services and Chief Data Officer of Columbus McKinnon Corp (CMCO), indicating he is a key executive of the company.
Paradowski sold 1,502 shares of CMCO common stock on February 27, 2026, which were previously allocated to him under the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) as part of the ESOP's termination.
Paradowski continues to beneficially own 32,307.2377 shares of CMCO common stock, including 8,734.2377 shares of restricted stock that will vest over the next few years if he remains an employee.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-03-03

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Gregory Rustowicz, the Executive VP Finance and CFO of Columbus McKinnon Corp, has sold 242 shares of the company's common stock at a price of $19.15 per share.
The reported transaction reflects the sale of shares previously allocated to Rustowicz under the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), which is being terminated.
Rustowicz continues to hold 95,671.3083 shares of the company's common stock, including restricted shares subject to vesting conditions over the next few years.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-02-25

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The reporting person, Gregory P. Rustowicz, who is the Executive VP Finance and CFO of Columbus McKinnon Corp (CMCO), acquired 71.8678 shares of the company's common stock through additional restricted stock units attributed to dividend reinvestment.
Rustowicz now beneficially owns 95,671.3083 shares of CMCO, including 19,582.3083 shares of restricted stock that will vest over the next 3 years if he remains an employee.
The insider acquisition of stock, particularly by a key executive, suggests the reporting person is confident in the company's future performance and aligns their interests with shareholders.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-02-25

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The reporting person, Kathryn V. Bohl, is a director of Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO) and has acquired additional deferred stock units in the company, suggesting continued confidence in the stock.
The deferred stock units will be delivered after Bohl ceases to be a director, indicating a long-term investment horizon.
The acquisition of a significant number of deferred stock units, totaling over 19,000 shares, suggests Bohl's belief in the company's future prospects.

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