FAT Brands appoints Keshav Lall as interim CEO; former CEO remains on leave amid Chapter 11

Fat Brands, Inc

Keshav Lall appointed interim CEO of FAT Brands and Twin Hospitality Group effective April 29, 2026.
Lall replaces former CEO who remains on leave under the Mediated Agreement order in the Chapter 11 case.
Uzzi & Lall engagement provides Lall's services for $100,000 per month; company in Chapter 11 since Jan 26, 2026.
Lall is a founding partner at Uzzi & Lall with prior CRO and principal investing experience.
Appointment comes as FAT Brands and subsidiaries operate under DIP budget with CROs John DiDonato and Abhimanyu Gupta.

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