Red Robin Names New Directors and Officers
Ticker: RRGB · Form: 8-K · Filed: Aug 20, 2025 · CIK: 1171759
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: management-change, board-of-directors, executive-appointments
Related Tickers: RRGB
TL;DR
Red Robin shakes up leadership: new directors Smith & O'Connell, Tibus is COO, Gherardi is CLO.
AI Summary
On August 16, 2025, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced changes in its executive and director roles. The company elected Michael A. Smith and James M. O'Connell as new directors, effective immediately. Additionally, the company appointed Jonathan L. Tibus as Chief Operating Officer and Sarah L. Gherardi as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.
Why It Matters
These executive and director changes could signal a shift in the company's strategy or operational focus, potentially impacting future performance and investor confidence.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Changes in key leadership positions can introduce uncertainty and potential disruption to business operations and strategy.
Key Players & Entities
- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Michael A. Smith (person) — Newly elected director
- James M. O'Connell (person) — Newly elected director
- Jonathan L. Tibus (person) — Appointed Chief Operating Officer
- Sarah L. Gherardi (person) — Appointed Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
- August 16, 2025 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
FAQ
Who were the new directors elected to the Red Robin board?
Michael A. Smith and James M. O'Connell were elected as new directors.
When were these director changes effective?
The election of Michael A. Smith and James M. O'Connell was effective as of August 16, 2025.
Who has been appointed as the new Chief Operating Officer?
Jonathan L. Tibus has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer.
Who is the new Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary?
Sarah L. Gherardi has been appointed as the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.
What is the principal executive office address for Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.?
The principal executive offices are located at 10000 E. Geddes Avenue, Suite 500, Englewood, Colorado 80112.
Filing Stats: 454 words · 2 min read · ~2 pages · Grade level 11.4 · Accepted 2025-08-20 16:05:17
Key Financial Figures
- $0.001 — ange on which registered Common Stock, $0.001 par value RRGB Nasdaq (Global Select M
Filing Documents
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From the Filing
rrgb-20250816 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2025 RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-34851 84-1573084 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) 10000 E. Geddes Avenue , Suite 500 Englewood , Colorado 80112 (Address of principal executive offices) (zip code) Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (303) 846-6000 Not Applicable (Former name or former address, if changed since last report) ___________________________________________________________________________ Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act: Title of each class Trading symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.001 par value RRGB Nasdaq (Global Select Market) Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ITEM 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On August 20, 2025, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (the "Company") announced the departure of Meghan Spuler, the Company's Chief People Officer, effective August 20, 2025. As of the date of this report, no new compensatory arrangement has been entered into in connection with the departure of Ms. Spuler. The Company expects to enter into a severance agreement with Ms. Spuler, the material terms of which will be disclosed in an amendment to this Form 8-K. 1 SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS, INC. Date: August 20, 2025 By: /s/ Sarah A. Mussetter Name: Sarah A. Mussetter Title: Chief Legal Officer 2