Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. announced that it has appointed Mark Graff as Chief Financial Officer, effective May 4. Graff succeeds Chris Meyer, who joined the company as Interim Chief Financial Officer in December 2025.
“The appointment of Mark Graff represents an important step forward for our organization. With his experience in financial strategy and operational excellence, Mark will play a key role in shaping our future and advancing our strategic priorities,” said Dave Pace, President and CEO of Red Robin. “We look forward to the leadership and perspective he will bring as we continue to execute on our First Choice Plan.”
Pace added, “I also want to extend my sincere thanks to Chris Meyer for stepping out of retirement to serve in an interim capacity and for providing continuity and steady leadership to our finance team and the entire organization as we conducted a thorough search for the right long-term candidate.”
With more than a decade at Bloomin’ Brands, Graff brings deep financial expertise and direct operational leadership to Red Robin. Most recently, he served as President of Bonefish Grill and Fine Dining, where he led a $900M business across more than 220 restaurants. Over the course of his tenure at Bloomin’ Brands, Graff held senior leadership roles across finance, strategy and investor relations, as well as leading global business development, capital planning and merger & acquisition initiatives. Earlier in his career, he worked at Deloitte Consulting and at Raymond James in investment banking. He holds a bachelor’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University.
“I’m honored to join Red Robin and look forward to partnering with the leadership team to maintain a strong focus on the company’s financial foundation, support its strategic priorities and drive sustainable, long-term growth,” said Graff.
