JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. announced on October 13, 2026, that Samantha L. Stoddard has resigned as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective November 13, 2026. The company stated that her resignation was not the result of any disagreement regarding the company’s operations, financial reporting, policies, or practices. Stoddard is leaving to pursue a professional opportunity outside the building products industry.
On October 16, 2026, the Board of Directors appointed Jeffrey Embt, the company’s Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, as Interim Chief Financial Officer. Embt will assume the role effective November 13, 2026, while continuing in his current position. The company indicated it will begin a search for a permanent replacement.
Jeffrey Embt, age 45, joined JELD-WEN in January 2026. Prior to joining the company, he served as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer of Proterra LLC. He also held finance leadership roles at BWX Technologies and Deloitte & Touche LLP.
In connection with his appointment, Mr. Embt will receive an additional cash compensation of $10,000 per month. His target incentive award under the company’s management incentive plan was increased to 50% of his base salary, prorated based on the time served in the new role.
The company also reaffirmed its updated full year 2026 guidance, originally announced on August 3, 2026. The guidance projects revenue between $3.1 billion and $3.2 billion and Adjusted EBITDA between $120 million and $150 million.
