Red Robin Gourmet Burgers

Red Robin appoints Scott Hudler as chief marketing officer effective September 8, 2026; he succeeds Russ Klein, who served on an interim basis and will continue to support the company in an advisory capacity through the end of 2026. Hudler brings more than 25 years of experience in restaurant and retail, most recently as senior vice president and CMO at Whataburger, and has held leadership roles at Torchy’s Tacos, DICK’S Sporting Goods, Dunkin’ Brands, Mars and Popeyes. In his new role he will oversee brand strategy, advertising, digital marketing, the loyalty program, culinary innovation and customer insights for Red Robin’s nearly 500 locations in the U.S. and Canada. » More on de.investing.com

Red Robin sells 30 locations in Washington and west Idaho to Evergreen Dining LLC for $23.5 million in cash; the restaurants will continue to operate as franchises. Proceeds are to be used primarily to repay liabilities and to finance the 'First Choice Plan', while the company seeks to improve its capital structure and liquidity. Red Robin has total debt of about $515.8 million and a current ratio of 0.47; the transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026 and guidance will be updated thereafter. » More on de.investing.com

Red Robin has appointed Mark Graff as chief financial officer, effective May 4. Graff joins from Bloomin’ Brands, where he most recently served as president of Bonefish Grill and fine dining and held more than a decade of leadership and finance roles. The appointment comes amid significant financial challenges: the chain recently reported a gross profit margin of around 14% and remains unprofitable; market capitalization is about $65 million. » More on de.investing.com