CEO Michael Crawford to resign May 18, 2025; board begins successor search

Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co

CEO, President & Chairman Michael Crawford resigns effective May 18, 2025 to pursue other opportunity; no disagreement with company.
Retention bonus of $300k ($73k for unused vacation) payable in three $100k installments on Mar 31, Apr 30, May 31, 2025.
Crawford to provide up to 10 hrs/week consulting from May 18 to Aug 18, 2025 at $500/hr; non-compete for 6 months after consulting.
Board has started recruiting successor candidates; Crawford will remain in roles through May 18.

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Michael Crawford

President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors

Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co

Effective: 2025-05-18
Filed: March 18, 2025, 7:59 PM ET

On March 12, 2025, Michael Crawford informed the Board of Directors of Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (the “Company”) that he intends to resign as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors.

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Executive change SEC 8-K Item 5.02 confidence 0.95

Michael Crawford resigned as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Co.

Action: resigned
Role: President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors

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On March 12, 2025, Michael Crawford informed the Board of Directors of Hall of Fame Resort & Entertainment Company (the “Company”) that he intends to resign as President, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of the Board of Directors.

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