Todd Wilson Named CFO of BJ's Restaurants
New CFO Appointment: BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) has appointed Todd Wilson as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective December 15.
Previous Experience: Todd Wilson previously served as the CFO of Red Robin (RRGB) since November 2022 before joining BJ's Restaurants.
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- New Menu Launch: Red Robin is set to introduce its Big YUMMM®Deals value menu on January 26, 2026, featuring over six delicious meal options starting at just $9.99, aimed at attracting budget-conscious diners and potentially increasing customer traffic and sales.
- Enhanced Drink Specials: The new menu also includes all-day drink specials, allowing guests to enjoy a $5 Coors Light® pint or an $8 House Margarita, which enhances the dining experience and boosts additional sales opportunities.
- Diverse Offerings: The menu expansion goes beyond burgers, introducing hand-breaded crispy chicken sandwiches and three protein-packed salmon entrées, catering to varied customer tastes and thereby enhancing brand appeal and market competitiveness.
- Improved Customer Experience: CEO Dave Pace emphasized that the new value menu allows diners to enjoy high quality and variety at reasonable prices, which is expected to significantly enhance customer loyalty and repeat visits.
New CFO Appointment: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has appointed Christopher Meyer as interim chief financial officer, effective December 1, replacing Todd Wilson who will depart on December 12.
Contract Details: Meyer's interim CFO agreement with Red Robin, initiated on November 27, is set to expire on May 31, 2026, unless terminated or extended.
Previous Experience: Meyer previously held the position of CFO and executive vice president at Bloomin’ Brands until April 2024.
Stock Performance: Following the announcement, shares of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers have decreased by more than 2% at the market's opening on Monday.
ATM Program Announcement: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. has launched an "at-the-market equity offering" program to sell up to $40 million in common stock, with proceeds intended for working capital, debt repayment, and general purposes.
Sales Process: The shares will be sold through Evercore Group L.L.C. as the sales agent, utilizing various methods permitted by law, with prices potentially varying based on market conditions.
Registration Statement Filed: A registration statement, including a prospectus, has been filed with the SEC, which became effective on November 10, 2025, providing detailed information for prospective investors.
Company Overview: Red Robin, founded in 1969, is a casual dining chain known for its gourmet burgers and family-friendly atmosphere, operating nearly 500 locations across the U.S. and Canada.

Conference Call Announcement: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) will hold a conference call on November 10, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET to discuss their Q3 25 earnings results.
Access Information: The live webcast can be accessed at https://ir.redrobin.com/, and listeners can join the call by dialing 201-689-8560.
Replay Details: For those who wish to listen to a replay of the call, they can dial 412-317-6671 with the conference ID 13756100.
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in the announcement are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Nasdaq, Inc.

Financial Performance Overview: Red Robin reported total revenues of $265.1 million for Q3 2025, a decrease of $9.5 million from the previous year, with a net loss of $18.4 million, showing a slight improvement from a loss of $18.9 million in Q3 2024.
Year-to-Date Results: For the year-to-date period, total revenues were $941.2 million, down by $22.2 million, but the net loss improved significantly to $13.2 million from $37.8 million in the previous year.
Operational Improvements: The company noted an 81% increase in adjusted EBITDA to $7.6 million for Q3 2025, driven by improved labor efficiency and a successful promotional campaign, contributing to a 90-basis point improvement in restaurant-level operating profit margin.
Future Outlook: Red Robin anticipates a 3% decline in comparable restaurant sales for Q4 2025 but maintains its revenue guidance of approximately $1.2 billion for the fiscal year, with adjusted EBITDA expectations raised to at least $65 million.
Earnings Announcement: Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) will announce its Q3 earnings on November 10th, with an expected EPS of -$0.78 and revenue of $256.75M.
Performance History: Over the past two years, RRGB has beaten EPS estimates 38% of the time and revenue estimates 75% of the time, though recent revisions show a decline in estimates.
Recent Trends: In the last three months, there has been one upward revision and three downward revisions for EPS, while revenue estimates have seen no upward revisions and four downward revisions.
Market Reaction: Red Robin's stock saw a 12% increase in premarket trading following an earnings beat, indicating positive market sentiment despite ongoing challenges.







