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Group 1 appoints ex-Ulta CEO Kimbell to board; declares $0.55 quarterly dividend
GROUP 1 AUTOMOTIVE INC
- David C. Kimbell appointed to Board effective Aug 10, 2026; board expands from 9 to 10 members; will serve on Audit Committee.
- Kimbell, former CEO of Ulta Beauty, led revenue from $6.2B in 2020 to $11.3B during tenure.
- Kimbell received pro-rata RSU award valued at $88,657 (pro-rated from $225,000) under 2024 Incentive Plan; fully vested.
- Quarterly dividend of $0.55/share declared, payable Sept 15, 2026 to holders of record Sept 1, 2026; consistent with 10% annualized increase to $2.20 for 2026.