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JBSS leadership transition takes effect: Jasper Sanfilippo Jr. named CEO, Pellegrino President/CFO
SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC
- Effective October 1, 2026, Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo moved from CEO to Executive Chair of the Board, as previously announced in the July 16, 2026 Form 8-K.
- Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr., previously COO, President and Secretary, assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer on the transition date.
- Frank Pellegrino, formerly CFO and EVP Finance and Administration, became President and Chief Financial Officer.
- Pellegrino's Employment Letter sets base salary at $700,000/year, a target bonus of 100% of salary under the Sanfilippo Value Added Plan, and a FY2027 annual equity award of $600,000.
- Pellegrino also receives a one-time equity award of $750,000 with FY2027 grants; severance is 1x or 2x salary plus target bonus for termination without cause or Good Reason, plus accelerated vesting.