Regis Corporation (RGS) confirms new CEO, COO and board reshuffle in 8-K/A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Regis Corporation filed an amended Form 8-K to correct non-functioning exhibit links related to previously announced leadership changes. The company reaffirmed that Susan Lintonsmith has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and Jim Lain has become Chief Operating Officer, both effective March 16, 2026. The Board has named Nancy Benacci as Chair, replacing Lintonsmith in that role, and appointed Andrew Alfano as an independent director. As of December 31, 2025, Regis franchised or owned 3,829 salon locations under brands including Supercuts, SmartStyle, Cost Cutters, Roosters and First Choice Haircutters.

Insights

Corporate governance analyst

Amended filing fixes exhibits and confirms a broad leadership refresh at Regis.

Regis Corporation used this amendment mainly to repair broken links to executive offer letters and a press release, while reiterating a substantial leadership realignment. The key moves are appointing Susan Lintonsmith as CEO and President and naming long-time executive Jim Lain as COO.

The Board also elevated Nancy Benacci to Chair and added industry veteran Andrew Alfano as an independent director. Together, these steps expand leadership depth across operations, franchising and consumer brands, which is important for a network of 3,829 franchised and company-owned salons.

The information emphasizes continuity and experience rather than detailing new financial targets. Future periodic reports and updates may show how this refreshed team influences strategy execution, franchise performance and the broader transformation efforts mentioned in the announcement.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K/A

(Amendment No. 1)

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 16, 2026

REGIS CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)

Minnesota

1-12725

41-0749934

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

3701 Wayzata Boulevard

Minneapolis, MN 55416

(Address of principal executive offices and zip code) 

(952) 947-7777

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) 

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

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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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, $0.05 par value

RGS

The Nasdaq Global Market

Rights to Purchase Series A Junior Participating Preferred Stock, $0.05 par value

RGS

The Nasdaq Global 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.  ☐

Regis Corporation

Current Report on Form 8-K/A

EXPLANATORY NOTE

As previously disclosed, on March 16, 2026, Regis Corporation (the “Company”) announced the appointment of Susan Lintonsmith as President and Chief Executive Officer and Jim Lain as Chief Operating Officer, effective the same day.

This Amendment No. 1 on Form 8-K/A amends and supplements the Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed by the Company on March 16, 2026 (the “Original 8-K”) to file the letter agreements listed in Item 9.01 of the Original Form 8-K, which inadvertently included non-functioning links to these exhibits. Except as otherwise provided herein, the disclosures made in the Original 8-K remain unchanged.

ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit

Number

    

10.1			President and CEO Offer Letter Agreement, dated February 18, 2026, between the Company and Susan Lintonsmith.
10.2			Letter Agreement for Chief Operating Officer, dated March 13, 2026, between the Company and Jim Lain.
99.1*			Press Release dated March 16, 2026.
104			Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

* Previously filed with the Original 8-K

SIGNATURE

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

						REGIS CORPORATION
Dated: March 18, 2026						By:			/s/ Kersten D. Zupfer
									Kersten D. Zupfer
									Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit No. 99.1

Regis Corporation Announces Executive Leadership and Board Appointments

Susan Lintonsmith named Chief Executive Officer

Jim Lain named Chief Operating Officer

Nancy Benacci named Chair of the Board

Andrew Alfano appointed as Independent Director

MINNEAPOLIS, March 16, 2026 -- Regis Corporation (NasdaqGM: RGS), a leader in the haircare industry, today announced key executive leadership and board appointments that will build on the company’s recent strategic progress, further enhance operational excellence and guide its next phase of growth.

Susan Lintonsmith, former Board Chair, has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer; Jim Lain will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer; Nancy Benacci has been named the new Chair of the Board; and Andrew Alfano has been appointed as an independent director.

Nancy Benacci, who replaces Susan Lintonsmith as the Board Chair, commented, “These leadership appointments mark an exciting new phase for Regis as we assemble an exceptional team to guide the company’s continued transformation and growth. On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to welcome Susan as our new Chief Executive Officer. After an extensive search process, we determined that Susan is the best candidate to lead Regis. The perspective she gained from serving on the Regis Board, combined with her experience working with franchisees and leading consumer brands, makes her exceptionally well suited to accelerate Regis’ momentum and deliver value to our shareholders. We also extend our gratitude to Jim Lain for his extraordinary leadership and dedication during his tenure as Interim CEO. We are excited to have Jim continue leading our operations, drawing on decades of operational experience and a deep understanding of our salon brands and franchise system.

“We are pleased to welcome Andrew Alfano to the Board. Mr. Alfano’s extensive operational experience and strong track record in brand growth and market expansion are critical assets as we continue to advance our transformation strategy. His leadership at Starbucks and The Learning Experience demonstrates an ability to drive performance, scale businesses successfully, and deliver results. We look forward to leveraging his insights and expertise at Regis.

“I am honored to assume the role of Chair and to work alongside this extraordinary leadership team. Together, we are committed to driving long-term value for our shareholders.”

Susan Lintonsmith Named Chief Executive Officer

Ms. Lintonsmith brings more than 35 years of senior leadership experience across consumer brands, health and beauty services, restaurants, and packaged goods, with deep expertise in franchised, multi-unit operating systems. A seasoned franchisor with both marketing and operations depth, she has built brands by aligning strategy with disciplined execution at the unit level. Most recently, she worked on the franchisee side for European Wax Center, where she led operational and infrastructure improvements to support expansion and improve unit-level profitability.

Lintonsmith led transformational growth for large franchise organizations, including serving as CEO and COO of Elements Massage at WellBiz Brands and CEO and President of Quiznos Subs. She previously

served as CMO at Quiznos and Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and held senior leadership roles at Dean Foods/WhiteWave Foods, Western Union, The Coca-Cola Company and Pizza Hut. She holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Indiana University and a BA from the University of Notre Dame.

Susan Lintonsmith, incoming Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Stepping in as CEO at this pivotal time for Regis is a true honor. Our brands carry decades of heritage and trust, and I am energized by the opportunity to accelerate growth and unlock the full potential of the business. Having led many great consumer businesses and operated as a franchisee in the beauty services industry, I understand that transformation starts with well-positioned brands, consistently delivering a superior guest experience, attracting and retaining skilled stylists, and strengthening four-wall profitability. We will work with franchisees to move with focus and urgency to drive growth and strengthen our core business, using our company-operated salons as a learning laboratory for establishing best practices and leading innovation.

“I am excited to work with Jim Lain as COO on this transformation given his extensive industry experience and expertise in both franchising and corporate-owned systems. I have enjoyed serving on the board for over a year and am eager to leverage my years of experience as franchisor and franchisee to partner with a tremendous team to drive growth, strengthen our amazing brands, and create lasting value for all stakeholders.”

Jim Lain Named Chief Operating Officer

Mr. Lain joined Regis in 2013 and brings more than 30 years of operations leadership experience to his new role. Mr. Lain commented, “As Chief Operating Officer, I will continue to focus on driving operational performance across our brands and advancing our transformation strategy. Over the past year, we have strengthened our core operations, launched initiatives that deepen customer engagement and modernized our business model. I look forward to partnering with Susan and the leadership team to build on this momentum and create enduring value for our shareholders.”

Andrew Alfano Appointed Independent Director

Mr. Alfano, CEO for Retro Fitness, has been appointed as an independent director. A transformational executive with over 25 years of experience across consumer-facing industries including restaurants, hospitality, early education and fitness, he brings deep operational and brand growth experience.

During a 16-year career with Starbucks Coffee Company, he rose to Senior Vice President, U.S. Business, overseeing more than $3.5 billion in revenue and helping lead strategic growth in complex urban markets, including New York City. He also served on the Executive Steering Committee that helped guide the company through its 2008 turnaround. Following Starbucks, Alfano served as President and COO of The Learning Experience, where he helped drive record revenue and EBITDA growth, double annual store openings and expand the brand into the United Kingdom.

The Board of Directors of Regis Corporation now consists of five independent directors and Ms. Lintonsmith.

About Regis Corporation

Regis Corporation (NasdaqGM:RGS) is a leader in the haircare industry. As of December 31, 2025, the Company franchised or owned 3,829 locations. Regis’ franchised and corporate locations operate under concepts such as Supercuts®, SmartStyle®, Cost Cutters®, Roosters® and First Choice Haircutters®. For additional information about the Company, please visit the Investor Relations section of the corporate website at www.regiscorp.com.

CONTACT: REGIS CORPORATION:

Kersten Zupfer

investorrelations@regiscorp.com

HAYDEN IR:

James Carbonara

James@haydenir.com

(646) 755-7412

Brett Maas

brett@haydenir.com

(646) 536-7331

FAQ

What does Regis Corporation (RGS) disclose in this amended 8-K/A?

Regis Corporation’s amended 8-K/A corrects non-functioning links to executive offer letters and a press release, while reaffirming previously announced leadership and board changes. It highlights the appointments of a new CEO, COO, Board Chair and independent director, without adding new financial information.

Who is the new CEO of Regis Corporation (RGS) and what is her background?

Regis named Susan Lintonsmith as President and Chief Executive Officer. She has more than 35 years of senior leadership experience across consumer brands, health and beauty services, and franchised systems, including roles at Elements Massage, Quiznos, Red Robin, European Wax Center, Dean Foods/WhiteWave, Western Union, Coca-Cola and Pizza Hut.

What role will Jim Lain play at Regis Corporation (RGS)?

Jim Lain has been appointed Chief Operating Officer. He joined Regis in 2013 and brings over 30 years of operations leadership experience. In his new role, he will continue focusing on operational performance across brands and advancing the company’s transformation strategy, building on initiatives launched over the past year.

How has the Regis Corporation (RGS) Board of Directors changed?

Regis appointed Nancy Benacci as Chair of the Board, succeeding Susan Lintonsmith in that position, and added Retro Fitness CEO Andrew Alfano as an independent director. After these changes, the Board consists of five independent directors plus Lintonsmith, aligning leadership with the company’s ongoing transformation strategy.

How large is Regis Corporation’s (RGS) salon network?

As of December 31, 2025, Regis franchised or owned 3,829 locations. These salons operate under well-known concepts such as Supercuts, SmartStyle, Cost Cutters, Roosters and First Choice Haircutters, reflecting Regis’s position as a large player in the North American haircare market.

What is the main purpose of this Regis Corporation (RGS) 8-K/A amendment?

The amendment primarily serves to file and link correctly the executive letter agreements and related press release that were referenced but not properly accessible in the original March 16, 2026 Form 8-K. All substantive disclosures from the original current report remain unchanged in this amendment.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Press Releases

• EX-99.1 EX-99.1 17.4 KB

Agreements & Contracts

• EX-10.1 EX-10.1 7.4 KB
• EX-10.2 EX-10.2 5.7 KB

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