CARRIAGE SERVICES INC 8-K

What Happened

• Carriage Services, Inc. (CSV) announced on January 16, 2026 that its Board appointed Steven D. Metzger (age 47) as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective February 2, 2026.
• Mr. Metzger joined the company in May 2018 and has served as President and Secretary since June 2023; he previously served as Executive VP, Chief Administrative Officer, General Counsel and Secretary (June 2021–June 2023). The company issued a press release about these executive leadership changes (Exhibit 99.1).

Key Details

• Appointment effective: February 2, 2026. Announcement filed: January 16, 2026.
• Mr. Metzger joined Carriage in May 2018 and was promoted to President in June 2023.
• No new compensatory arrangements were entered into in connection with this appointment.
• The filing states Mr. Metzger has no family relationships with Company executives/directors and no related-party transactions requiring disclosure.

Why It Matters

• This is an internal leadership promotion that clarifies operational leadership at Carriage Services and was made as part of broader executive changes to align with the company’s business strategy.
• The filing discloses no immediate change in compensation or related-party issues, so there is no direct, disclosed financial impact from the appointment.
• Investors tracking management continuity, governance, or future strategic initiatives should note the effective date and watch for any further disclosures about responsibilities or compensation tied to these leadership changes.