Darden Restaurants elects Daryl A. Kenningham as new board member, effective Dec. 9, 2024

DARDEN RESTAURANTS INC

Board expanded from 9 to 10 directors; Kenningham appointed immediately.
Kenningham is President and CEO of Group 1 Automotive, a multi-unit operator.
Appointed to Audit Committee ($17,500 retainer) and Compensation Committee ($12,500 retainer).
Receives prorated annual cash retainer of $100,000 and $185,000 in restricted stock units.
Board determined Kenningham is independent and qualifies as an audit committee financial expert.

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