Cardiff Lexington (CDIX) CEO Alex Cunningham appointed Chairman after Thompson exit

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Cardiff Lexington Corporation reported a leadership change on its Board of Directors. On December 31, 2025, Daniel Thompson resigned from the Board and from his role as Chairman. The company states that his resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company on its operations, policies, including accounting or financial policies, or practices. At the same time, Alex Cunningham, who serves as Chief Executive Officer and is already a Board member, was appointed as the new Chairman of the Board. This consolidates the roles of CEO and Chairman under Cunningham, aligning executive leadership and board leadership in a single individual.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 5, 2026 (December 31, 2025)

Cardiff Lexington Corporation

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada		000-49709		84-1044583
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

3753 Howard Hughes Parkway, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV		89169
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

844 628-2100

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On December 31, 2025, Daniel Thompson resigned from the Board of Directors of Cardiff Lexington Corporation (the “Company”), including from his position as Chairman of the Board. Such resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to its operations, policies (including accounting or financial policies) or practices. Alex Cunningham, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors, was appointed as the new Chairman of the Board.

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: January 5, 2026	CARDIFF LEXINGTON CORPORATION
	/s/ Alex Cunningham
	Name: Alex Cunningham
	Title: Chief Executive Officer

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FAQ

What leadership change did Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX) disclose?

Cardiff Lexington Corporation disclosed that Daniel Thompson resigned from the Board of Directors and as Chairman, and that CEO Alex Cunningham was appointed as the new Chairman of the Board.

Why did Daniel Thompson resign from the Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX) Board?

The company states that Daniel Thompson’s resignation from the Board and as Chairman was not due to any disagreement with the company regarding its operations, policies, including accounting or financial policies, or practices.

Who is the new Chairman of the Board at Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX)?

Alex Cunningham, the Chief Executive Officer and an existing Board member of Cardiff Lexington Corporation, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Board.

Does Alex Cunningham remain CEO of Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX)?

Yes. Alex Cunningham continues to serve as Chief Executive Officer and has also been appointed Chairman of the Board, combining both roles.

Did Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX) report any disputes related to this board resignation?

No. The company specifically notes that Daniel Thompson’s resignation was not due to any disagreement with the company on matters related to operations, policies, or practices.

When did the Cardiff Lexington Corporation (CDIX) board change take effect?

The change occurred on December 31, 2025, with the report dated January 5, 2026.