HF Foods Group (HFFG) lead independent director Maria Ross steps down

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

HF Foods Group Inc. reported that Maria Ross resigned from its board of directors, all board committees, and her role as Lead Independent Director, effective January 16, 2025. The company stated that her resignation was not due to any disagreement with HF Foods on operations, policies, or practices.

The board has begun a search for a new independent director to fill the vacancy created by her departure.

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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 15, 2026

HF FOODS GROUP INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware  State or other Jurisdiction of     incorporation )   001-38180 (Commission File No.) 81-2717873 (IRS Employer Identification No)

6325 South Rainbow Boulevard, Suite 420 Las Vegas, Nevada (Address of principal executive offices)   89118 (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (888)-905-0998

Not Applicable

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

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.0001 par value			HFFG			Nasdaq Capital Market

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company     ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

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

On January 15, 2026, Maria Ross notified HF Foods Group Inc. (the “Company”) of her resignation from the board of directors (the “Board”) of the Company, all committees thereof, and as Lead Independent Director, effective January 16, 2025. Ms. Ross’s resignation from the Board was not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices.

The Board has commenced a search process for a new independent director to fill the vacancy on the Board resulting from the resignation referred to above.

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.

			HF FOODS GROUP INC.
Date: January 20, 2026			/s/ Paul McGarry
			Paul McGarry
			Interim Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What board change did HF Foods Group Inc. (HFFG) disclose?

HF Foods Group Inc. disclosed that Maria Ross resigned from its board of directors, all board committees, and as Lead Independent Director, effective January 16, 2025.

Did Maria Ross resign from HF Foods Group (HFFG) due to a disagreement?

No. The company stated that Maria Ross’s resignation was not due to any disagreement with HF Foods on its operations, policies, or practices.

What role did Maria Ross hold at HF Foods Group (HFFG) before resigning?

Maria Ross served as a member of the board of directors, sat on all board committees, and was the company’s Lead Independent Director before her resignation.

How is HF Foods Group (HFFG) responding to the board vacancy?

The board of HF Foods Group has commenced a search process for a new independent director to fill the vacancy created by Maria Ross’s resignation.

Which exchange lists HF Foods Group Inc. (HFFG) common stock?

HF Foods Group Inc.’s common stock is listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the trading symbol HFFG.