Bitcoin Depot Appoints Scott Buchanan as Chief Executive Officer; Founder Brandon Mintz to Continue to Serve as Executive Chairman

Rhea-AI Summary

Bitcoin Depot (NASDAQ: BTM) announced a planned leadership transition effective January 1, 2026. Scott Buchanan, currently President and COO, will become CEO while founder Brandon Mintz will move from CEO to Executive Chairman to focus on strategic vision, growth and M&A opportunities. Buchanan has held senior roles since 2019, served as President since August 2025, and has been COO and a board member since March 2022. The company also named Elizabeth Simer as COO; she brings over 15 years of operational and product leadership to oversee kiosk expansion and scaling.

Positive

• Scott Buchanan named CEO effective January 1, 2026
• Brandon Mintz shifts to Executive Chairman focused on M&A
• Internal successor with leadership at the company since 2019
• Elizabeth Simer appointed COO with over 15 years' experience

Negative

• Near-term leadership transition period until January 1, 2026
• Simultaneous M&A and operational scaling may raise execution risk

Insights

Corporate Strategy Analyst

Planned internal CEO succession and a new COO signal organized operational scaling without immediate material financial change.

The Board promotes an internal leader to CEO effective January 1, 2026, while the founder moves to Executive Chairman to focus on strategy and M&A evaluation. This maintains leadership continuity and preserves institutional knowledge, which supports execution of ongoing kiosk expansion and M&A objectives described.

Key dependencies include the new CEO's ability to translate operational discipline into execution and the COO's capacity to scale the kiosk footprint and product initiatives. Monitor near-term execution milestones, hiring or integration steps tied to M&A activity, and any public disclosures around the planned expansion over the next 6–12 months; these items will show whether the transition materially alters operational momentum.

Company Also Names Industry Veteran Elizabeth Simer as COO

ATLANTA, Nov. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitcoin Depot (“Bitcoin Depot” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BTM), a U.S.-based Bitcoin ATM (“BTM”) operator and leading fintech company, today announced a planned leadership transition designed to support the Company’s long-term strategy, operational scaling, and M&A objectives.

Bitcoin Depot’s Board of Directors has appointed Scott Buchanan, the Company’s current President and Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026. Also at that time, Brandon Mintz, Founder, CEO, and Chairman of the Board, will move out of the CEO role and continue as Executive Chairman, dedicating more time to shaping Bitcoin Depot’s strategic vision, evaluating growth and M&A opportunities, and supporting the board in driving long-term value creation. From now until January 1, Mr. Mintz and Mr. Buchanan will work closely together to ensure a smooth transition into the CEO role.
Buchanan has held senior leadership roles at Bitcoin Depot since 2019 and has been a key part of the Company’s growth as a public company. He has served as President since August 2025 and as COO and a board member since March 2022, including a period as acting chief financial officer.

“This year has been pivotal for Bitcoin Depot, marked by continued innovation and significant steps forward in executing our strategic priorities,” said Mintz. “This leadership evolution positions us to capitalize on the significant strategic, operational, and M&A opportunities ahead. Stepping out of the CEO role allows me to focus more directly on the Company's long-term direction. Scott has shown extraordinary leadership and operational discipline, and I’m confident he will continue to elevate Bitcoin Depot as CEO.”

“I’m honored to step into the CEO role and continue advancing the strong vision Brandon has built,” said Buchanan. “With a renewed focus on operational excellence, strategic expansion, and thoughtful M&A evaluation, Bitcoin Depot is well-positioned to continue strengthening our leadership in the Bitcoin ATM market and broaden the value we bring to customers and partners every day.”

As part of the transition, Bitcoin Depot has also appointed Elizabeth Simer as Chief Operating Officer. Simer brings over 15 years of experience in operational, financial, and strategic leadership, including senior roles at Slickdeals, Square, Intuit, and Opportunity Financial. Previously, Simer held various product, marketing, and strategy positions at multiple Fortune 500 companies. In her new role, she will oversee kiosk footprint expansion, product development, and operational scaling initiatives.

“Bitcoin Depot is entering a compelling phase of its evolution, and I’m thrilled to join the team,” said Simer. “As the Company continues to grow with a strong foundation and clear vision, I look forward to supporting Scott and the team as we strengthen our operational capabilities and advance our strategic priorities.”

For more information, visit www.bitcoindepot.com.

About Bitcoin Depot
Bitcoin Depot Inc. (Nasdaq: BTM) was founded in 2016 with the mission to connect those who prefer to use cash to the broader, digital financial system. Bitcoin Depot provides its users with simple, efficient and intuitive means of converting cash into Bitcoin, which users can deploy in the payments, spending and investing space. Users can convert cash to bitcoin at Bitcoin Depot kiosks in 47 states and at thousands of name-brand retail locations in 31 states through its BDCheckout product. The Company has the largest market share in North America with over 9,000 kiosk locations as of August 2025. Learn more at www.bitcoindepot.com.

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BTM@gateway-grp.com

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FAQ

When will Scott Buchanan officially become CEO of Bitcoin Depot (BTM)?

Scott Buchanan will become CEO effective January 1, 2026.

What role will founder Brandon Mintz hold after the Bitcoin Depot CEO change?

Brandon Mintz will serve as Executive Chairman, focusing on strategy, growth and M&A.

What is Scott Buchanan’s experience at Bitcoin Depot ahead of becoming CEO (BTM)?

Buchanan has held senior roles since 2019, was named President in August 2025, and has been COO and a board member since March 2022.

Who is the new COO at Bitcoin Depot (BTM) and what will she oversee?

Elizabeth Simer is appointed COO and will oversee kiosk expansion, product development, and operational scaling.

How might the Bitcoin Depot leadership change affect the company’s M&A strategy?

Management says the transition is intended to enable greater focus on strategic evaluation and M&A opportunities under Mintz’s chairmanship.