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Exhibit 99.1
PRESS RELEASE
Ruths Chris Steak House Announces Cheryl Henrys Appointment as CEO
Michael ODonnell to assume role of Executive Chairman
WINTER PARK, Fla.(BUSINESS WIRE)June 4, 2018 Ruths Hospitality Group, Inc. (the Company) (NASDAQ:RUTH) today announced that Cheryl Henry, currently President & Chief Operating Officer, will assume the role of President and CEO effective August 10, 2018. Ms. Henry replaces Michael P. ODonnell who will assume the role of Executive Chairman. Ms. Henry was also appointed to the Board of Directors effective August 10, 2018.
Ms. Henry joined the company in June of 2007, and over the last eleven years has been responsible for nearly every aspect of the companys day-to-day field operations including culinary, beverage, brand marketing, real estate development, human resources and information technology.
Michael P. ODonnell, Executive Chairman Elect of Ruths Hospitality Group stated, Cheryls appointment as Chief Executive Officer is the culmination of a multi-year succession planning process. Her experience and success managing virtually all aspects of our business over the last decade uniquely qualifies her for the position. We are highly confident that her proven leadership abilities, combined with a world class team and strong business foundation, will continue to create long term value for all our stakeholders.
Cheryl Henry, President and CEO Elect stated, Im excited to build on our last decade of work and further expand the Ruths Chris brand. We have the team in place and a winning strategy, so our goal from here is continued operational execution, the centerpiece of which is a strong and positive brand connection with each and every guest.
Nancy and Mark Oswald, the Companys largest franchisee added, We speak on behalf of the entire franchise community when we say we are delighted to welcome Cheryl as our new CEO. Her continuous and unwavering support through the years has been crucial to the growth and success of our brand and we are confident she will bring great things as CEO. At the same time, we thank Mike for his invaluable work over the past ten years and look forward to his continued role as Executive Chairman.
Rob Selati, Lead Director of the Ruths Hospitality Group Board added, On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Mike ODonnell for his decade of service as Chairman and CEO. Under his watch the company navigated the financial crisis, emerged stronger and more focused, and ultimately excelled across numerous growth and shareholder value metrics, including a five-fold increase in shareholder value. His role as Executive Chairman will ensure that he remains an important part of our leadership team, and we are thrilled with his continued presence as one of the Companys largest shareholders.
About Ruths Chris Steak House
Ruths Chris Steak House was founded by Ruth Fertel 50 years ago in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ruth had a recipe for everything from how to prepare her signature sizzling steaks to how to treat her guests. This timeless formula is a testament to how one neighborhood eatery has become the largest collection of upscale steak houses in the world, with over 150 restaurant locations around the globe. Ruths Chris remains true to its heritage, helping guests make their best memories on 500-degree sizzling plates. This is how its done.
For information about our restaurants, to make reservations, or to purchase gift cards, please visit www.RuthsChris.com. For more information about Ruths Hospitality Group, Inc. please visit www.rhgi.com
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect, when made, the Companys expectations or beliefs concerning future events that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements frequently are identified by the words believe, anticipate, expect, estimate, intend, project, targeting, will be, will continue, will likely result, or other similar words and phrases. Similarly, statements herein that describe the Companys objectives, plans or goals. For a discussion of these and other risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, see Risk Factors in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017, which is available on the SECs website at www.sec.gov. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, and the Company undertakes no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. You should not assume that material events subsequent to the date of this press release have not occurred. Unless the context otherwise indicates, all references in this report to the Company, Ruths, we, us, our or similar words are to Ruths Hospitality Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Ruths Hospitality Group, Inc. is a Delaware corporation formerly known as Ruths Chris Steak House, Inc., and was founded in 1965.
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