Stride appoints Robert Knowling as CEO; reports preliminary FY2026 revenue up 4.7% to $2.52B

Stride, Inc.

James Rhyu stepped down as CEO and Board Chair effective July 29, 2026; departure not due to disagreement.
Robert Knowling, independent board member, appointed CEO; Steven Fink named Chair of the Board.
Brian Shepherd appointed to Board, will serve on Audit and Compensation Committees.
Preliminary FY2026 revenue $2,518.1M (+4.7% YoY); net income $338.2M (+17.5% YoY); adjusted EBITDA $617.6M (+8.2% YoY).
Knowling receives $1M base salary, target bonus 200% of base, and severance terms including 24-month salary upon termination without cause.

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