Charles River Labs announces CEO transition: Foster to step down, Girshick to become CEO effective May 5, 2026

CHARLES RIVER LABORATORIES INTERNATIONAL, INC.

James C. Foster to step down as CEO and Chairman; Birgit Girshick (COO) to become CEO effective May 5, 2026.
Board size increases from 11 to 12; Dr. Martin Mackay to become Chair; Girshick nominated to Board.
Girshick's base salary increases to $1,200,000, target incentive 100% of salary; initial equity grant $9M (80% PSU/20% RSU).
Foster receives $3M RSU grant; expected to remain non-executive director post-transition.
Elliott Management provides limited consent for Board size increase under May 2025 cooperation agreement.

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