Rigetti Computing Director Resigns Effective Aug 28, 2026

What Happened Rigetti Computing, Inc. (RGTI) filed a Form 8-K on August 20, 2026 reporting that Dr. Ray Johnson notified the company on August 19, 2026 that he will resign from the Board of Directors effective August 28, 2026. The filing, reported under Item 5.02, states Dr. Johnson’s decision was not due to any disagreement with the company’s operations, policies, or practices.

Key Details

• Director: Dr. Ray Johnson.
• Notice date: August 19, 2026; resignation effective: August 28, 2026.
• Filing: Form 8-K filed August 20, 2026 (Item 5.02).
• Company statement: Resignation not due to any disagreement; company thanked Dr. Johnson for his service.

Why It Matters A board member departure affects corporate governance and oversight but, per the filing, this resignation appears routine since no disagreement was reported. There was no indication of an immediate replacement or any financial impact in the 8-K. Investors should note the change in board composition and watch future filings for any appointment of a new director or other governance updates.