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SEC filingFirst Watch Restaurant Group appointed Ashlee Weisser as CFO effective June 8, 2026, with compensation including $475,000 base salary, 70% target bonus, and $275,000 RSU grant.
The appointment of Ashlee Weisser as CFO represents a leadership transition from Mel Hope, who is retiring. Weisser, who joined First Watch in October 2023 as SVP of Financial Planning & Analysis, brings over 15 years of financial experience in the restaurant industry, including previous CFO roles at Maple Street Biscuit Company and Bloomin' Brands. Her compensation package includes a base salary of $475,000, a target annual bonus of 70% of base salary, and an initial equity grant of RSUs with a fair market value of $275,000. This structured compensation aligns her incentives with shareholder value and retention. The company expects a seamless transition with Hope serving as an advisor.