Chairman William McCarten to retire April 29, 2026; Bruce Wardinski to become non-executive Chairman

DiamondRock Hospitality Co

William W. McCarten, founder and inaugural CEO, will retire as Chairman at the April 29, 2026 annual meeting.
Bruce D. Wardinski, a board member since 2013, will succeed as non-executive Chairman effective same date.
Board size will reduce from nine to eight directors upon McCarten's retirement.
McCarten's 47-year hospitality career; departure not due to any disagreement with management.

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