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ESCALADE INC (ESCA) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on March 6, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). Patrick J. Griffin formally appointed permanent CEO & President effective March 5, 2026, after serving as interim since Oct 29, 2025.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Patrick J. Griffin formally appointed permanent CEO & President effective March 5, 2026, after serving as interim since Oct 29, 2025
- Long Escalade tenure since 2002: roles include VP Corporate Development/IR, President of Martin Yale Group subsidiary, and Director since Aug 2012
- No compensation changes from terms set in Nov 10, 2025 offer letter: signals board comfort with existing package
- Permanent appointment removes interim leadership uncertainty, a modest positive for operational continuity
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