El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. 8-K

What Happened El Pollo Loco Holdings, Inc. (LOCO) filed an 8-K reporting that director Mark Buller submitted his resignation effective February 28, 2026 (not due to any disagreement with the Company). The Board appointed Frank Garrido as an independent director effective March 1, 2026 to fill the vacancy. The Company issued a press release on January 28, 2026 announcing the appointment.

Key Details

• Mark Buller’s resignation effective: February 28, 2026.
• Frank Garrido appointment effective: March 1, 2026.
• Garrido’s current role: Executive Vice President – Chief Restaurant Officer of Domino’s Pizza, Inc. (joined 2017); prior senior roles at Focus Brands and Edible Arrangements International.
• Board roles and compensation: Garrido was appointed to the Compensation Committee and Nominating & Governance Committee, will receive the same pay as other non-employee directors, and will enter the Company’s standard indemnification agreement.
• Disclosure: Company furnished a press release as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8-K.

Why It Matters Board changes can affect governance and oversight. The new director brings restaurant operations and franchise experience from Domino’s, which may be relevant to El Pollo Loco’s operational and growth priorities. The filing confirms the timing, committee assignments, and that the resignation was not due to disagreement—details investors often watch for corporate stability and leadership continuity.