Shake Shack (SHAK) taps controller Peter Herpich as interim finance chief

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Shake Shack Inc. appointed its current Corporate Controller, Peter Herpich, to serve as principal financial officer on an interim basis. This follows the previously disclosed resignation of Chief Financial Officer Katherine Fogertey, who remains a Senior Advisor to the company until March 4, 2026.

Herpich, age 55, has been Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller since joining Shake Shack in May 2023, after senior finance roles at Casper Inc. and Barnes & Noble, Inc. The company has begun a search for a new Chief Financial Officer. The filing states there are no special arrangements or family relationships related to his interim designation and no related-party transactions requiring disclosure.

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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

February 23, 2026

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

 

SHAKE SHACK INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-36823	47-1941186
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

	225 Varick Street, Suite 301 New York, New York	10014
	(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

(646) 747-7200

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

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(s)	Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, par value $0.001	SHAK	New York Stock Exchange

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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 February 23, 2026, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Shake Shack Inc. (the “Company”) designated Peter Herpich, the Company’s current Corporate Controller, to serve as the Company’s principal financial officer on an interim basis. As previously disclosed, Katherine Fogertey resigned from her roles as Chief Financial Officer and principal financial and accounting officer in November 2025, and will serve as a Senior Advisor to the Company until March 4, 2026. The Company has commenced a search for a new Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Herpich will serve as principal financial officer on an interim basis during this process.

Mr. Herpich, age 55, joined the Company in May 2023, and has served as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, since joining the Company. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Herpich spent two years at Casper Inc., where he served as Vice President, Global Controller. Prior to that, Mr. Herpich spent 25 years at Barnes & Noble, Inc., where he most recently served as Vice President, Corporate Controller and principal accounting officer. Mr. Herpich is a Certified Public Accountant.

There are no arrangements or understandings between Mr. Herpich and any other persons pursuant to which he was designated as the Company’s principal financial officer on an interim basis. There are also no family relationships between Mr. Herpich and any of the Company’s directors or executive officers, and he has no direct or indirect material interest in any transaction required to be disclosed pursuant to Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.

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.

	Shake Shack Inc.
	(Registrant)
Dated: February 24, 2026	By:	/s/ Ronald Palmese, Jr.
		Ronald Palmese, Jr.
		Chief Legal Officer

FAQ

What executive change did Shake Shack (SHAK) disclose on February 23, 2026?

Shake Shack disclosed that its Board designated Corporate Controller Peter Herpich as interim principal financial officer. This appointment fills the finance leadership gap created by the earlier resignation of Chief Financial Officer Katherine Fogertey, while the company conducts a search for a permanent CFO.

Who is Peter Herpich, Shake Shack’s interim principal financial officer?

Peter Herpich, age 55, is Shake Shack’s Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, joining in May 2023. He previously served as Vice President, Global Controller at Casper Inc. and spent 25 years at Barnes & Noble, Inc., most recently as Vice President, Corporate Controller and principal accounting officer.

What is Katherine Fogertey’s role at Shake Shack (SHAK) after resigning as CFO?

Katherine Fogertey resigned as Chief Financial Officer and principal financial and accounting officer in November 2025. She continues with Shake Shack as a Senior Advisor until March 4, 2026, providing transition support while the company searches for a new permanent CFO.

Are there any special arrangements behind Peter Herpich’s interim appointment at Shake Shack?

The company states there are no arrangements or understandings with other persons under which Peter Herpich was designated interim principal financial officer. It also notes no family relationships with directors or executives and no material related-party transactions requiring disclosure under Regulation S-K Item 404(a).

Is Shake Shack (SHAK) actively searching for a new Chief Financial Officer?

Yes. Shake Shack states it has commenced a search for a new Chief Financial Officer. During this process, Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller Peter Herpich will serve as the company’s principal financial officer on an interim basis until a permanent CFO is appointed.

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