NYSE: SKY Champion Homes, Inc. 8-K

Champion Homes Board Chair Tawn Kelley resigns; Michael Berman named new Chair

Filed June 1, 2026 · Period ending May 31, 2026 · ~1 min read

Key Changes

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Board Chair Tawn Kelley resigned effective May 31, 2026, with the company stating her departure was not due to any disagreement with management or company operations.

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Michael Berman appointed as new Board Chair, while Gary Robinette takes over as Chair of the Nominating and Governance Committee, representing a leadership reshuffle.

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Board size reduced from seven to six directors following Kelley's departure, streamlining governance structure.

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Summary

Champion Homes announced an immediate leadership transition at the board level, with Chair Tawn Kelley stepping down effective May 31, 2026. The company emphasized that her resignation was not related to any disagreements about operations, policies, or practices—standard language meant to reassure investors that the departure is amicable.

Michael Berman, an existing board member, was quickly elevated to Chair, suggesting continuity in oversight. For shareholders, sudden board chair departures always warrant attention, even when characterized as routine.

The timing and immediate nature of the resignation, combined with the board's decision to shrink from seven to six members rather than replace Kelley, could signal either a planned succession or a desire to operate with a leaner governance structure. Watch for any follow-up disclosures in the next proxy statement about board composition strategy and whether Champion Homes seeks additional independent directors. The company's next earnings call may also provide context on strategic direction under the new board leadership.