DISH Network Corp. Files 8-K: Director Changes & Financials
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Dish Dbs Corp |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Dec 29, 2025 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Pages | 3 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.001 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: corporate-governance, executive-changes, financials
Related Tickers: DISH
TL;DR
DISH Network 8-K: Directors out, new ones in, and financials filed. Watch for leadership changes.
AI Summary
On December 26, 2025, DISH Network Corp. (DISH) filed an 8-K detailing the departure of directors and officers, the election of new directors, and updates to compensatory arrangements. The filing also includes financial statements and exhibits, with EchoStar Corp. and Hughes Satellite Systems Corp. listed as related entities.
Why It Matters
This 8-K filing signals potential shifts in corporate governance and leadership at DISH Network, which could impact strategic direction and operational focus.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Changes in board composition and executive roles can indicate internal shifts or strategic realignments that may carry inherent business risks.
Key Players & Entities
- DISH Network Corp. (company) — Filer of the 8-K
- EchoStar Corp. (company) — Related entity mentioned in filing
- Hughes Satellite Systems Corp (company) — Related entity mentioned in filing
- 20251226 (date) — Date of report period
FAQ
Who are the departing directors or officers of DISH Network Corp. as of December 26, 2025?
The filing indicates the departure of directors and certain officers, but specific names are not provided in the provided text.
When was the report period for this 8-K filing?
The conformed period of report is December 26, 2025.
What are the main items covered in this 8-K filing?
The filing covers the departure of directors or certain officers, election of directors, appointment of certain officers, compensatory arrangements, and financial statements and exhibits.
What is the Standard Industrial Classification for DISH Network Corp.?
The Standard Industrial Classification for DISH Network Corp. is CABLE & OTHER PAY TELEVISIO, with a Central Index Key of 0001001082.
What is the business address and phone number for DISH Network Corp.?
The business address is 9601 SOUTH MERIDIAN BOULEVARD, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80112, and the business phone number is 303-723-1000.
Filing Stats: 770 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 12.3 · Accepted 2025-12-29 17:05:07
Key Financial Figures
- $0.001 — hich registered Class A common stock, $0.001 par value SATS The Nasdaq Stock Mar
Filing Documents
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- tmb-20251226xex10d1.htm (EX-10.1) — 54KB
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- tmb-20251226x8k_htm.xml (XML) — 20KB
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Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On December 26, 2025 (the "Effective Date"), in connection with Mr. Hamid Akhavan's appointment as Chief Executive Officer, EchoStar Capital, Mr. Akhavan and EchoStar Corporation (the "Company") entered into a new letter agreement (the "Letter Agreement") that replaces and supersedes the previous letter agreement with Mr. Akhavan dated October 2, 2023. The Letter Agreement: (i) continues his existing base salary and bonus opportunity unchanged; (ii) provides that vesting of the final tranche of Mr. Akhavan's December 31, 2023 option award would accelerate in the event of a Qualifying Termination; and (iii) provides that any future equity awards on or after the Effective Date are at the discretion of the Chairman and the Executive Compensation Committee. The Letter Agreement expires by its terms on December 31, 2026. The foregoing description of the Letter Agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the Letter Agreement, which is filed as an exhibit to this Current Report on Form 8-K.
01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description Exhibit 10.1 Letter Agreement, dated December 26, 2025, by and between EchoStar and Hamid Akhavan. Exhibit 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. ECHOSTAR CORPORATION DISH NETWORK CORPORATION HUGHES SATELLITE SYSTEMS CORPORATION DISH DBS CORPORATION Date: December 29, 2025 By: /s/ Dean A. Manson Dean A. Manson Chief Legal Officer and Secretary