Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K filing by Xponential Fitness, Inc. (XPOF) is dated September 1, 2026, with the earliest event reported on September 8, 2026. The filing discloses the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer and details the associated compensatory arrangements.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing does not provide revenue, profit, cash flow, margin, debt, or liquidity metrics. It focuses exclusively on executive compensation terms.
- New CFO Base Salary: $550,000 annually.
- Target Cash Bonus: 60% of annual base salary.
- Guaranteed Cash Bonus: $250,000 for 2027 (payable March 2028).
- Sign-on Bonus: $150,000 (payable within 30 days of start).
- Equity Grant: Aggregate value of $1.7 million (50% time-based RSUs, 50% performance share units).
Material Changes
On September 8, 2026, the Company announced the appointment of Jennifer Ryu as Chief Financial Officer, effective October 19, 2026. She succeeds Robert Julian, who served as interim CFO since March 2026. This represents a change in senior financial leadership.
Outlook, Risks, and Management Commentary
Ms. Ryu brings over 25 years of experience in finance, M&A, and margin improvement, most recently as CFO of Resources Connection Inc. The Company highlighted her background in modernizing operating infrastructure and strengthening long-term profitability. No specific financial guidance, risks, or contingencies were disclosed in this filing.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the effective start date of October 19, 2026, for Jennifer Ryu.
- Review the full text of the Offer Letter (Exhibit 10.1) for specific vesting schedules and performance metrics for the $1.7 million equity grant.
- Confirm the terms of the Executive Severance Plan referenced for Ms. Ryu.
- Monitor future filings for the departure of interim CFO Robert Julian.