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BJ's Restaurants appoints Christopher Brandt and James White to board, expanding to 10 directors
BJs RESTAURANTS INC
- Effective Sept 3, 2026, Christopher W. Brandt and James D. White appointed as independent directors; board grows from 8 to 10.
- Brandt, former Chipotle President/CMO (2018-2026), joins Governance & Nominating Committee; also on Hershey and Wawa boards.
- White, former Jamba Juice CEO (2008-2016), joins Compensation Committee; also on CAVA, Simply Good Foods, Honest Company boards.
- CEO Lyle Tick cites their brand/marketing and operator/director expertise to support sustainable growth.