Brinker International Reports Executive Changes and Compensation Adjustments

Ticker: EAT · Form: 8-K · Filed: 2025-05-12T00:00:00.000Z

Sentiment: neutral

Topics: executive-changes, legal, compensation

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TL;DR

Brinker International (EAT) shakes up legal team, adjusts exec pay.

AI Summary

On May 7, 2025, Brinker International, Inc. filed an 8-K report detailing the departure of its Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Steven L. Smith. The filing also announced the appointment of a new Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, and adjustments to executive compensation arrangements. The company is incorporated in Delaware and headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

Why It Matters

Changes in key executive positions and compensation can signal shifts in company strategy or internal governance, potentially impacting investor confidence and future performance.

Risk Assessment

Risk Level: medium — Executive departures and compensation changes can introduce uncertainty regarding leadership stability and future strategic direction.

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FAQ

Who is the new Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Brinker International?

The filing announces the appointment of a new Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, but does not explicitly name the individual in the provided text.

What specific executive compensation arrangements were adjusted?

The filing indicates adjustments to compensatory arrangements of certain officers, but the specific details of these adjustments are not provided in the excerpt.

When was the departure of Steven L. Smith effective?

The filing reports the departure of Steven L. Smith as of May 7, 2025, as the earliest event reported.

What is Brinker International's primary business?

Brinker International, Inc. operates in the RETAIL-EATING PLACES sector, as indicated by its Standard Industrial Classification code [5812].

What is the fiscal year end for Brinker International?

Brinker International's fiscal year ends in June 2025 (0625).

From the Filing

0000703351-25-000022.txt : 20250512 0000703351-25-000022.hdr.sgml : 20250512 20250512165919 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000703351-25-000022 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 17 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20250507 ITEM INFORMATION: Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20250512 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20250512 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000703351 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: RETAIL-EATING PLACES [5812] ORGANIZATION NAME: 07 Trade & Services EIN: 751914582 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 0625 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-10275 FILM NUMBER: 25935794 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 3000 OLYMPUS BLVD. CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75019 BUSINESS PHONE: 9729809917 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 3000 OLYMPUS BLVD. CITY: DALLAS STATE: TX ZIP: 75019 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: BRINKER INTERNATIONAL INC DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19920703 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: CHILIS INC DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19910528 8-K 1 eat-20250507.htm 8-K eat-20250507 0000703351 false 0000703351 2025-05-07 2025-05-07 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): May 7, 2025 BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) DE 1-10275 75-1914582 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 3000 Olympus Blvd Dallas TX 75019 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) (972) 980-9917 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: Title of Each Class Trading Symbol(s) Name of exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.10 par value EAT NYSE 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)). 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. ☐ SECTION 5 - CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Item 5.02    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers On May 7, 2025, Brinker International, Inc. (the “Company”) promoted Aaron M. White, to the position of Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People Officer. Ms. White previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer for the Company since October 2022, and served as Senior Vice President and co-Chief Operating Officer of Chili’s Grill & Bar from June 2020 to October 2022. Ms. White has also served in various roles with the Company from Augus

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