RCI Hospitality (RICK) names Travis Reese board chair as Langan steps down

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. reported a leadership change on its board. Effective January 29, 2026, Eric Langan stepped down as Chairman of the Board, and the board appointed Travis Reese as the new Chairman. Langan will continue to serve as a director. The company notes this shift is part of a broader leadership transition that began at the end of November 2025. Reese also signs the report as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer.

Insights

Corporate governance analyst

RCI shifts board leadership as part of an ongoing transition while retaining continuity on its board.

RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. reports that Eric Langan has stepped down as Chairman of the Board, effective January 29, 2026, while remaining a director. The board has concurrently appointed Travis Reese as the new Chairman of the Board.

The company states that this move is in furtherance of a leadership transition that started at the end of November 2025. Continuity is maintained because Langan stays on the board, and Reese already serves as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, as reflected in his signature block on the report.

For governance observers, the key elements are the separation of the chair role from Langan and the consolidation of board and executive leadership roles under Reese. Future company filings may provide additional detail on whether the interim executive status changes or whether further board adjustments occur.

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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 29, 2026

RCI HOSPITALITY HOLDINGS, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Texas			001-13992			76-0458229
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)			(IRS Employer Identification No.)

10737 Cutten Road

Houston, Texas 77066

(Address of Principal Executive Offices, Including Zip Code)

(281) 397-6730

(Issuer’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

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

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Common stock, $0.01 par value

RICK

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).

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ITEM 8.01 OTHER EVENTS.

On January 29, 2026, Eric Langan notified RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (“we,” “us” and the “Company”) that, effective immediately, he was stepping down from his position as Chairman of the Board. Concurrently, the Company’s board of directors appointed Travis Reese as Chairman of the Board. Mr. Langan will continue to serve on the board. This change is in furtherance of the prior leadership transition that occurred at the end of November 2025.

ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS

(d) Exhibits

Exhibit Number						Description
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

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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.

			RCI HOSPITALITY HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: January 30, 2026			By:			/s/ Travis Reese
						Travis Reese
						Interim President and Chief Executive Officer

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FAQ

What leadership change did RCI Hospitality (RICK) announce in this 8-K?

RCI Hospitality announced that Eric Langan stepped down as Chairman of the Board effective January 29, 2026. The board simultaneously appointed Travis Reese as the new Chairman, while Langan will continue serving as a member of the board of directors.

Does Eric Langan remain involved with RCI Hospitality (RICK) after stepping down as Chairman?

Yes, Eric Langan remains involved with RCI Hospitality by continuing to serve on the board of directors. The change affects only his role as Chairman of the Board, which he relinquished effective immediately on January 29, 2026.

Who is the new Chairman of the Board at RCI Hospitality (RICK)?

The board of RCI Hospitality appointed Travis Reese as Chairman of the Board on January 29, 2026. He already serves in a leadership capacity and also signs the report as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of the company.

How does this board change relate to RCI Hospitality’s prior leadership transition?

RCI Hospitality states that Eric Langan stepping down as Chairman and Travis Reese becoming Chairman are in furtherance of a leadership transition that occurred at the end of November 2025. This suggests the board role change continues an already initiated governance shift.

What executive title does Travis Reese hold at RCI Hospitality (RICK) in addition to Chairman?

In addition to being appointed Chairman of the Board, Travis Reese is identified as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. His name and title appear in the signature block, indicating combined board and executive responsibilities at the time of the filing.

What section of the 8-K covers the RCI Hospitality (RICK) leadership change?

The leadership change at RCI Hospitality is disclosed under Item 8.01, labeled Other Events. This section explains Eric Langan’s decision to step down as Chairman, the board’s appointment of Travis Reese, and the connection to the prior leadership transition.