LINCOLN NATIONAL CORP 8-K

What Happened
Lincoln National Corporation (LNC) filed a Form 8‑K on April 16, 2026 (Item 5.02) disclosing that Brian Kroll, Executive Vice President and Head of Retail Life and Annuity Solutions and a named executive officer, has notified the company of his intention to retire effective June 1, 2026. The filing notes this retirement is part of a planned succession for the Retail Life and Annuities businesses and was referenced in the company’s 2026 proxy statement filed the same day.

Key Details

• Executive: Brian Kroll, Executive Vice President, Head of Retail Life and Annuity Solutions; named executive officer.
• Effective date: Retirement effective June 1, 2026.
• Filing: Disclosed in an 8‑K dated April 16, 2026 (Item 5.02) and referenced in the company’s April 16, 2026 proxy statement.
• Context: Described by the company as part of a planned succession for its Retail Life and Annuities businesses.

Why It Matters
This is a leadership change in a key business unit—Retail Life and Annuities—which could affect day‑to‑day management of that segment. The company characterizes the move as a planned succession, suggesting management anticipated the transition. Investors should monitor Lincoln’s future SEC filings and press releases for announcement of a successor, any changes to leadership responsibilities, or material updates to strategy or guidance tied to the Retail Life and Annuities businesses.