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El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on September 25, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers). Damon Thomas appointed Chief Operating Officer effective September 21, 2026, reporting to CEO Elizabeth Williams.
El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. 8-K event analysis
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- Damon Thomas appointed Chief Operating Officer effective September 21, 2026, reporting to CEO Elizabeth Williams
- Former Shake Shack operations executive, bringing multi-brand restaurant operations experience
- $425,000 base salary, 75% target annual bonus, and $225,000 minimum bonus for 2026
- Approximately $500,000 initial equity grant plus approximately $400,000 annual equity awards beginning 2027
- Potential 12 months’ salary severance following qualifying termination or resignation for good reason
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