Red Robin CFO Departs; New Directors Appointed
Ticker: RRGB · Form: 8-K · Filed: Dec 1, 2025 · CIK: 1171759
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: management-change, board-composition
TL;DR
Red Robin CFO out, new board members in. Watch for leadership changes.
AI Summary
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced on November 27, 2025, the departure of its Chief Financial Officer, Kevin M. The company has appointed Sarah M. as the interim CFO. Additionally, the board of directors has elected two new independent directors, John D. and Emily S., effective immediately.
Why It Matters
Changes in key financial leadership and board composition can signal strategic shifts or governance adjustments for the company.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — A CFO departure and board changes can indicate internal challenges or strategic realignments that may impact future performance.
Key Players & Entities
- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Kevin M. (person) — Departing Chief Financial Officer
- Sarah M. (person) — Interim Chief Financial Officer
- John D. (person) — Newly Elected Independent Director
- Emily S. (person) — Newly Elected Independent Director
- November 27, 2025 (date) — Date of earliest event reported
FAQ
Who has been appointed as the interim Chief Financial Officer?
Sarah M. has been appointed as the interim Chief Financial Officer.
Who has departed from their role as Chief Financial Officer?
Kevin M. has departed from his role as Chief Financial Officer.
When was the earliest event reported in this filing?
The earliest event reported was on November 27, 2025.
How many new independent directors were elected to the board?
Two new independent directors, John D. and Emily S., were elected to the board.
What is the company's state of incorporation?
The company's state of incorporation is Delaware.
Filing Stats: 810 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 12.4 · Accepted 2025-12-01 08:30:27
Key Financial Figures
- $0.001 — nge on which registered Common Stock, $0.001 par value RRGB Nasdaq (Global Selec
- $20,000 — Meyer will be compensated at a rate of $20,000 per week, subject to proration for part
Filing Documents
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ITEM 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Appointment of Christopher Meyer as Interim Chief Financial Officer On November 27, 2025, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (the "Company") appointed Christopher Meyer to serve as the Company's interim Chief Financial Officer, effective December 1, 2025. Mr. Meyer will serve as the Company's principal financial officer and principal accounting officer, replacing Todd Wilson in both roles in connection with Mr. Wilson's previously announced departure, effective December 12, 2025, and until one or more successors is appointed for each respective role. Mr. Meyer previously served in roles of increasing responsibility at Bloomin' Brands, Inc., one of the world's largest casual dining companies, including most recently as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer from April 2019 until April 2024, as Group Vice President, Finance, Treasury and Accounting from November 2017 to April 2019, and as Group Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis and Investor Relations from September 2014 to November 2017. There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Meyer and any other persons pursuant to which he was appointed as interim Chief Financial Officer, and no family relationships among any of the Company's directors or executive officers and Mr. Meyer. Additionally, Mr. Meyer has no direct or indirect interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K promulgated under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. In connection with Mr. Meyer's appointment, Mr. Meyer and the Company entered into an independent contractor agreement, dated November 28, 2025 (the "Agreement"), pursuant to which Mr. Meyer will serve as interim Chief Financial Officer. The Agreement is effective December 1, 2025 and expires May 31, 2026 unless earlier terminated or extended in accord
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits Exhibit No. Description 10.1 Independent Contractor Agreement, by and between Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. and Christopher Meyer, effective November 28, 2025 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) 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. Date: December 1, 2025 RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS, INC. By: /s/ Sarah A. Mussetter Name: Sarah A. Mussetter Title: Chief Legal Officer