Tavia Acquisition files 8-K on director transition

Tavia Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: TAVI) filed a Form 8-K on October 16, 2026, reporting the resignation of director Kanat Mynzhanov and the subsequent appointment of Kenneth J. Anderson to the Board. The company, a Cayman Islands exempted company, stated that Mynzhanov's departure was not the result of any disagreement with the company regarding its operations, policies, or practices.

The Board appointed Anderson to fill the vacancy as a Class III director on October 17, 2026, effective immediately. He was also appointed to the Audit Committee and Compensation Committee. Anderson currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Cedar Tree Capital, an investment firm that provides strategic planning and advice to high-net-worth families focusing on public equities and alternative investments.

Prior to Cedar Tree Capital, Anderson was a founder and Board member of Aspiriant, an independent wealth management firm, where he served as a Client Service Director from 2002 to 2021. Before that role, he was a Client Service Director at myCFO from 2000 to 2002 and a Tax Partner at Arthur Andersen LLP for 20 years. His other board service includes positions at Twin Hospitality Group Inc. from December 2024 to March 2026, and FAT Brands Inc. from October 2021 to March 2023.

The filing notes that Anderson was selected for his extensive experience in accounting, tax, financial strategies, and planning. He is a Certified Public Accountant and a licensed attorney in Illinois, holding a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Economics from Valparaiso University. The company confirmed there are no arrangements or understandings with other persons regarding his appointment, no family relationships with current directors or officers, and no material interest in proposed transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

In connection with his appointment, Anderson is expected to join and execute the company's indemnity agreement and letter agreement. The Form 8-K was signed by Andrew Wiederhorn, Chief Executive Officer of Tavia Acquisition Corp., on October 22, 2026.