WinVest Acquisition Corp. 8-K

What Happened
WinVest Acquisition Corp. announced that Simon & Edward LLP (S&E) will replace BCRG Group (BCRG) as the Company's independent registered public accounting firm. S&E’s acquisition of BCRG’s attest business was effective June 15, 2026, and on June 23, 2026 the Audit Committee dismissed BCRG and approved S&E as the new auditor. S&E will provide the services previously performed by BCRG.

Key Details

• S&E acquired BCRG’s attest business effective June 15, 2026; WinVest’s Audit Committee acted on June 23, 2026.
• BCRG’s audit reports for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 contained no adverse opinion or disclaimer and were not qualified, but included an explanatory paragraph noting substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
• During 2024 and 2025 and through the 8-K filing date there were no disagreements or reportable events with BCRG, except previously disclosed material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting (as disclosed in the Company’s 2025 Form 10-K).
• WinVest did not consult S&E prior to engagement on accounting or auditing matters; the Company requested and filed a letter from BCRG dated June 23, 2026 (Exhibit 16.1).

Why It Matters
A change in independent auditor affects who will audit and report on WinVest’s future financial statements. Investors should note the prior audits included a going-concern explanatory paragraph and that material weaknesses in internal control were previously disclosed—both are factual items investors may consider when assessing financial reporting risk. The filing indicates no unresolved disagreements with the former auditor, suggesting a routine transition of audit responsibilities rather than a dispute.