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AI brief of an SEC Form 8-K · Albertsons (ACI)

Albertsons adds McDonald's technology executive Brian Rice to board, expanding it to 11

Neutral Impact 3 of 5 leadership Written later

Albertsons Companies appointed Brian Rice, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer at McDonald's, as a director effective February 25, 2026, expanding the board from 10 to 11 members. Rice has not been placed on any board committee, and the board has determined he is independent under NYSE rules. The appointment adds a director with technology, cybersecurity and digital experience to the board, which the company's CEO said will support its technology and AI priorities.

Key points

  • Brian Rice appointed to the Board effective February 25, 2026, with a term ending at the 2026 annual meeting
  • Board expands from 10 to 11 directors; Rice has not been appointed to any committee
  • Rice will receive the same non-management director compensation as disclosed in the 2025 proxy statement filed June 20, 2025

The filing

CompanyAlbertsons (ACI)
Form8-K, current report
Filed with the SECFeb 27, 2026, 9:01 AM ET
Accession number0001646972-26-000023

Items reported: 5.02 Director / Officer Change

Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

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