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Shake Shack Inc. — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from Shake Shack Inc.'s SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Christiane Pendarvis was appointed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“appointed Christiane Pendarvis to fill the vacancy so created, effective as of July 2, 2026”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officers at the 2026-06-10 meeting.

“Shake Shack’s stockholders approved the advisory resolution approving the compensation of Shake Shack’s Named Executive Officers.”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Shake Shack’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 30, 2026 at the 2026-06-10 meeting.

“Shake Shack’s stockholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 30, 2026.”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Election of two Class II directors at the 2026-06-10 meeting.

“Shake Shack’s stockholders elected two nominees, Robert Lynch and Tristan Walker, as Class II directors to hold office until the annual meeting of stockholders to be held during Shake Shack’s 2029 fiscal year and until their respective successor is duly elected and qualified.”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported the fiscal first quarter ended April 1, 2026 results: revenue $366.7 million, net income Net loss of $0.3 million, EPS loss of $0.01 per diluted share. Guidance raised.

“shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. --- EX-99.1 (EX-99.1) --- Shake Shack Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results ▪ Total revenue of $366.7 million, up 14.3% versus 2025, including $354.0 million of Shack sales and $12.7 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $558.3 million, up 14.1% versus 2025. ▪ Same-Shack”

Michelle Hook was appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“appointed Michelle Hook to serve as its Chief Financial Officer, effective as of May 11, 2026”

Anna Fieler resigned as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“On April 22, 2025, after more than seven years of service, Anna Fieler informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) of her intention to step down from the Board of the Company and as a Class I director, effective immediately prior to the 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2025 Annual Meeting”).”
Restructurings & Charges

Shake Shack Inc. announced a restructuring with charges of approximately $28.0 to $30.0 million affecting nine Company-owned and operated Shacks in California, Ohio and Texas.

“The Company expects to record cumulative pretax charges in a range of approximately $28.0 to $30.0 million during the third quarter ending September 25, 2024 as a result of these Shack closures.”

Stephanie Sentell was appointed as Chief Operations Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“appointed Stephanie Sentell to serve as its Chief Operations Officer, effective as of July 1, 2024”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported first quarter ended March 27, 2024 results: revenue $290.5 million, net income $2.2 million, EPS $0.05 per diluted share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. --- EX-99.1 (EX-99.1) --- Shake Shack Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results ▪ Total revenue of $290.5 million, up 14.7% versus 2023, including $280.6 million of Shack sales and $9.9 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $443.3 million, up 12.3% versus 2023. ▪ Same-Shack”

Jonathan Sokoloff departed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“On April 12, 2024, after more than nine years of service, Jonathan Sokoloff informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) of his intention to step down from the Board of the Company and as a Class II director, effective immediately prior to the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “2024 Annual Meeting”).”

Randy Garutti resigned as Member of the Board of Directors at Shake Shack Inc..

“Randy Garutti who, as previously disclosed, will resign as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board as of the Effective Date”

Randy Garutti resigned as Chief Executive Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“Randy Garutti who, as previously disclosed, will resign as Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the Board as of the Effective Date”

Robert Lynch was appointed as Member of the Board of Directors at Shake Shack Inc..

“Mr. Lynch has been appointed as a member of Shake Shack’s Board of Directors, also effective as of the Effective Date.”

Robert Lynch was appointed as Chief Executive Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“the Board of Directors (the “ Board ”) of Shake Shack Inc. (“ Shake Shack ”) appointed Robert Lynch to serve as its Chief Executive Officer, effective as of May 20, 2024”
Auditor Changes

Shake Shack Inc. reported that prior financial statements should not be relied upon.

“On February 24, 2024, the Audit Committee, after discussion with senior management and the Company’s independent registered public accountants, concluded that the Prior Interim Financial Statements should no longer be relied upon.”

Jenna Lyons departed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“Robert Vivian and Jenna Lyons informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) of each of their intentions to step down from the Board of the Company following the conclusion of the current director service year and to not stand for re-election as Class III directors at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders”

Robert Vivian departed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“Robert Vivian and Jenna Lyons informed the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) of each of their intentions to step down from the Board of the Company following the conclusion of the current director service year and to not stand for re-election as Class III directors at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders”

Randall Garutti departed as Chief Executive Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“As previously disclosed, Mr. Garutti has informed the Company’s Board of Directors that he will retire from the Company in 2024 as its Chief Executive Officer and as an executive Board member upon the selection of his successor, but that he will serve as an advisor following this time through the end of 2024 to ensure a proper transition.”

Randall Garutti resigned as Chief Executive Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“On December 11, 2023, Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Randall Garutti, its Chief Executive Officer, has informed the Company’s Board of Directors that he will retire from the Company in 2024 upon the selection of his successor.”

Zachary Koff departed as Chief Operating Officer at Shake Shack Inc..

“On August 3, 2023, Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Zachary Koff, its Chief Operating Officer, will be leaving the Company, effective September 7, 2023 (the “Separation Date”).”

Charles (Chuck) J. Chapman III was appointed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“On July 5, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) appointed Charles (Chuck) J. Chapman III to serve on the Board, effective July 24, 2023.”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Advisory vote on the compensation of named executive officers at the 2023-06-29 meeting.

“Shake Shack’s stockholders approved the advisory resolution approving the compensation of Shake Shack’s Named Executive Officers. The voting results are set forth below: Votes Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes 28,124,043 3,058,757 50,311 4,818,566”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Ratification of the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year ending December 27, 2023 at the 2023-06-29 meeting.

“Shake Shack’s stockholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 27, 2023. The voting results are set forth below: Votes Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes 35,940,350 80,750 30,577 0”
Shareholder Votes

Shake Shack Inc. shareholders approved Election of four Class II directors at the 2023-06-29 meeting.

“The results of the stockholder vote are set forth below: Name Votes Withheld Broker Non-Votes Randy Garutti 30,440,024 793,087 4,818,566 Joshua Silverman 24,236,426 6,996,685 4,818,566 Jonathan D. Sokoloff 30,398,993 834,118 4,818,566 Tristan Walker 25,366,486 5,866,625 4,818,566”
Material Agreements

Shake Shack Inc. entered into Amendment No. 4 to the Stockholders Agreement with SSE Holdings, LLC and certain other persons and entities valued at Amendment removing certain entities as parties to the Stockholders Agreement. (effective 2023-05-15).

“Amendment No. 4 to the Stockholders Agreement, dated May 15, 2023, removes certain entities that no longer are stockholders as parties to the Stockholders Agreement.”

Jeffrey D. Lawrence was appointed as Class III Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“On May 15, 2023, the Board appointed Jeffrey D. Lawrence to serve on the Board, effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported the fiscal first quarter ended March 29, 2023 results: revenue Total revenue of $253.3 million, net income Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $1.5 million, EPS a loss of $0.04 per share.

“Shake Shack Announces First Quarter 2023 Financial Results ▪ Total revenue of $253.3 million, up 24.5% versus 2022, including $244.3 million of Shack sales and $9.0 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $394.7 million, up 27.5% versus 2022. ▪ Same-Shack sales up 10.3% versus 2022. ▪ Operating loss of $3.2 million. • Shack-level operating profit (1) of $44.7 million, or 18.3% of Shack sales. ▪ Net loss of $1.6 million. • Adjusted EBITDA (1) of $27.6 million. ▪ Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $1.5 million, or a loss of $0.04 per share.”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported the fiscal year ended December 28, 2022 results: revenue $900.5 million, net income Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $24.1 million, EPS a loss of $0.61 per share.

“Financial Highlights for the Fiscal Year 2022: ▪ Total revenue of $900.5 million, up 21.7% versus 2021, including $869.3 million of Shack sales and $31.2 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $1,378.5 million, up 22.7% versus 2021. ▪ Same-Shack sales up 7.8% versus 2021. ▪ Operating loss of $26.9 million. • Shack-level operating profit (1) of $151.0 million, or 17.4% of Shack sales. ▪ Net loss of $26.0 million. • Adjusted EBITDA (1) of $70.5 million. ▪ Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $24.1 million, or a loss of $0.61 per share. • Adjusted pro forma net loss (1) of $12.9 million, or a loss of $0.31 per fully exchanged and diluted share. ▪ Opened 36 new domestic Company-operated Shacks. Opened 33 new licensed Shacks, including locations in 4 new markets in China.”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported the fiscal fourth quarter ended December 28, 2022 results: revenue $238.5 million, net income Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $10.7 million, EPS a loss of $0.27 per share.

“Financial Highlights for the Fourth Quarter 2022: ▪ Total revenue of $238.5 million, up 17.4% versus 2021, including $229.9 million of Shack sales and $8.6 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $364.1 million, up 15.8% versus 2021. ▪ Same-Shack sales up 5.1% versus 2021. ▪ Operating loss of $6.3 million. • Shack-level operating profit (1) of $43.2 million, or 18.8% of Shack sales. ▪ Net loss of $11.1 million. • Adjusted EBITDA (1) of $19.3 million. ▪ Net loss attributable to Shake Shack Inc. of $10.7 million, or a loss of $0.27 per share. • Adjusted pro forma net loss (1) of $2.6 million, or a loss of $0.06 per fully exchanged and diluted share. ▪ Opened 22 new domestic Company-operated Shacks. Opened 13 new licensed Shacks, including locations in China, Japan, and Mexico.”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported fiscal fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 28, 2022 results: revenue $238.5 million in 4Q22 and $900.5 million in FY22.

“Shake Shack Provides Fourth Quarter 2022 Business Update Preliminary Unaudited Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Ended December 28, 2022: (1) ▪ Total revenue of $238.5 million in 4Q22 and $900.5 million in FY22 .”
Earnings Releases

Shake Shack Inc. reported the fiscal third quarter ended September 28, 2022 results: revenue $227.8 million, net income Net loss of $2.3 million, EPS a loss of $0.05 per share.

“shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing. --- EX-99.1 (EX-99.1) --- Shake Shack Announces Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results ▪ Total revenue of $227.8 million, up 17.5% versus 2021, including $219.5 million of Shack sales and $8.3 million of Licensing revenue. ▪ System-wide sales of $353.2 million, up 18.3% versus 2021. ▪ Same-Shack”

Lori George Billingsley was appointed as Director at Shake Shack Inc..

“On October 17, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “ Board ”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “ Company ”), upon the recommendation of its Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, increased the size of the Board of the Company from ten to eleven members and appointed Lori George Billingsley to fill the vacancy so created, both effective October 17, 2022 (the “ Effective Date ”).”

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