Brinker International

Brinker International Announces Executive Leadership Team Appointments

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Monday, February 26, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced updates to its executive leadership team, including the retirement of Joe Taylor, EVP and Chief Financial Officer, the appointment of Mika Ware as SVP and Chief Financial Officer, effective June 27, 2024, and the appointment of Chris Caldwell as SVP and Chief Information Officer, effective Feb. 26, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • His calm and solution-focused approach leadership was critical to Brinker's success during the company's navigation of COVID-19, he has been a trusted advisor to leaders throughout the business and has developed an industry-leading finance team at Brinker.
  • "I am truly grateful for Joe's strategic leadership, accomplishments, and the finance team he has established and coached.
  • "Mika has excelled in every role at Brinker in her 35 years, both in the restaurants and in Brinker leadership.
  • "We couldn't be more excited to welcome Chris to the Brinker team," said Hochman.

Pitney Bowes Announces Continued Refreshment of its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

“It has been a privilege to lead the Board of Pitney Bowes, a storied business with a more than 100-year history of change and innovation.

Key Points: 
  • “It has been a privilege to lead the Board of Pitney Bowes, a storied business with a more than 100-year history of change and innovation.
  • I look forward to working with management and the rest of the Board, including our newest members, to build on this momentum between now and the Annual Meeting.
  • Mr. Simon is an experienced public company director and former executive, with skills and perspectives that will be additive to Pitney Bowes’ Board.
  • Ms. Sutton is a public company director and former executive with extensive experience that will be additive to Pitney Bowes’ Board.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Appoints Industry Veteran and Board Director Starlette B. Johnson as Interim Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, January 29, 2024

DURANGO, Colo., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, “RMC”, or “Rocky Mountain Chocolate”), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and other confectionery products including gourmet caramel apples, today announced that the Board of Directors (“Board”) has appointed Starlette B. Johnson to the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”).

Key Points: 
  • DURANGO, Colo., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, “RMC”, or “Rocky Mountain Chocolate”), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and other confectionery products including gourmet caramel apples, today announced that the Board of Directors (“Board”) has appointed Starlette B. Johnson to the role of Interim Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”).
  • Ms. Johnson has been a director on the RMC Board since March 2023.
  • “Starlette is an industry renowned business leader and strategist,” said Jeff Geygan, RMC Board Chair.
  • We wish him well in his future endeavors.”
    “I am honored to be entrusted by the Board during this transitionary period,” said Starlette Johnson, RMC Interim CEO.

BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. TO HOST SECOND QUARTER FISCAL 2024 EARNINGS CALL

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) has scheduled its earnings conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, to review second quarter fiscal 2024 earnings, which will be announced before the market opens on January 31, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) has scheduled its earnings conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, to review second quarter fiscal 2024 earnings, which will be announced before the market opens on January 31, 2024.
  • The company may also provide other business updates.
  • The live audio webcast can be accessed through Brinker's investor relations website at https://investors.brinker.com/events/event-details/q2-2024-brinker-inter... .
  • A replay of the conference call will be available on the website for two weeks after the event and via Thomson StreetEvents for their service subscribers.

Hain Celestial Group Announces Amber Jefferson as New Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

HOBOKEN, N.J., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAIN) ("Hain Celestial", or the "Company"), a leading global health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living through better-for-you brands, announced today that it has named Amber Jefferson as its new Chief People Officer.

Key Points: 
  • HOBOKEN, N.J., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAIN) ("Hain Celestial", or the "Company"), a leading global health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living through better-for-you brands, announced today that it has named Amber Jefferson as its new Chief People Officer.
  • In this role, Jefferson will oversee the company's global human resources function and provide leadership for the culture and talent strategy to enable the Hain Reimagined transformation rolled out earlier this year.
  • "Amber has a strong reputation leading multinational organizations through transformation while driving a performance-based culture," said Wendy Davidson, Hain Celestial Group Chief Executive Officer.
  • "I'm thrilled to join Hain at such an exciting time in its 30-year history," Jefferson said.

Hain Celestial Group Announces Amber Jefferson as New Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

HOBOKEN, N.J., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAIN) ("Hain Celestial", or the "Company"), a leading global health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living through better-for-you brands, announced today that it has named Amber Jefferson as its new Chief People Officer.

Key Points: 
  • HOBOKEN, N.J., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HAIN) ("Hain Celestial", or the "Company"), a leading global health and wellness company whose purpose is to inspire healthier living through better-for-you brands, announced today that it has named Amber Jefferson as its new Chief People Officer.
  • In this role, Jefferson will oversee the company's global human resources function and provide leadership for the culture and talent strategy to enable the Hain Reimagined transformation rolled out earlier this year.
  • "Amber has a strong reputation leading multinational organizations through transformation while driving a performance-based culture," said Wendy Davidson, Hain Celestial Group Chief Executive Officer.
  • "I'm thrilled to join Hain at such an exciting time in its 30-year history," Jefferson said.

Datassential Launches New Platform to Foster Food and Beverage Innovation

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

CHICAGO, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food and beverage intelligence company Datassential is launching Datassential Elevate, a new community platform to foster collaboration between industry leaders and offer exclusive opportunities to explore future trends and navigate industry challenges.

Key Points: 
  • Datassential Elevate informs executive decisions, offers exclusive insights and tools to navigate broader industry changes
    CHICAGO, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food and beverage intelligence company Datassential is launching Datassential Elevate, a new community platform to foster collaboration between industry leaders and offer exclusive opportunities to explore future trends and navigate industry challenges.
  • "I'm thrilled for the opportunity to join this unique community and see what Datassential already does best come to life."
  • "An offering like Elevate has the potential to redefine how we experience the food industry," said Bophan Chhay, Director, Global Foodservice Marketing & Insights for Griffith Foods.
  • "Elevate is where innovation meets community, fostering a space for leaders to ideate, upskill, and share best practices in a fun and engaging way that Datassential is known for."

Brinker International Appoints New President of Maggiano's Little Italy

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Friday, December 1, 2023

DALLAS, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced the appointment of industry leader Dominique Bertolone to the position of President, Maggiano's Little Italy, and SVP, Brinker International. In this role, he will lead and grow the beloved Maggiano's brand and serve as a member of Brinker's Executive Leadership Team.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced the appointment of industry leader Dominique Bertolone to the position of President, Maggiano's Little Italy, and SVP, Brinker International.
  • "Dominique is the perfect leader to usher in the next wave of Maggiano's growth," said Kevin Hochman, Brinker International President and CEO.
  • I've heard incredible things about the Brinker team and culture and look forward to joining the team."
  • He served as the property's Director of Service, Executive Director of Food and Beverage, and Vice President of Food and Beverage.

Chili's Selects Signal Theory as AOR for Menu Design Suite

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

As an agency grounded in behavioral science, Signal Theory approached every aspect of the RFP assignment with curiosity.

Key Points: 
  • As an agency grounded in behavioral science, Signal Theory approached every aspect of the RFP assignment with curiosity.
  • Utilizing the understanding of the diner's decision-making process enabled Signal Theory to demonstrate how to create the most authentic Chili's experience.
  • Signal Theory focused on demonstrating its expertise in menu strategy and choice architecture to differentiate the firm.
  • Signal Theory will be responsible for redesigning Chili's various menus, including table menus, feature cards, bar menus, multimarket tests and food photography.

BRINKER INTERNATIONAL, INC. TO HOST FIRST QUARTER FISCAL 2024 EARNINGS CALL

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) has scheduled its earnings conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, to review first quarter fiscal 2024 earnings, which will be announced before the market opens on November 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) has scheduled its earnings conference call at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, to review first quarter fiscal 2024 earnings, which will be announced before the market opens on November 1, 2023.
  • The company may also provide other business updates.
  • The live audio webcast can be accessed through Brinker's investor relations website at https://investors.brinker.com/events/event-details/q1-2024-brinker-inter... .
  • A replay of the conference call will be available on the website for two weeks after the event and via Thomson StreetEvents for their service subscribers.