Form 8-K Filing: Officer Appointment

Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. announced the appointment of Jean Sutherland as Chief Accounting Officer and principal accounting officer for the Company and its operating partnership, effective March 16, 2026. Stephen V. Horn will continue as Chief Financial Officer and will transition his Chief Accounting Officer duties to Ms. Sutherland. Ms. Sutherland, previously Vice President of Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy, has extensive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including roles at WeWork and Ernst & Young LLP. The company expects to enter into a standard indemnification agreement with Ms. Sutherland. There are no disclosed arrangements or material interests concerning her appointment.