Brixmor CEO James Taylor to retire; Brian Finnegan named successor effective Jan. 1, 2026
Brixmor Property Group said CEO James M. Taylor Jr. will retire as CEO and as a board member effective January 1, 2026. The board appointed Brian T. Finnegan, the company's President and Chief Operating Officer and current interim CEO, to succeed him as permanent CEO and board member on the same date, under a new employment agreement that runs through December 31, 2028.
Key points
- Taylor notified the company on November 19, 2025 that he will retire as CEO and from the board effective January 1, 2026.
- The board appointed Finnegan, age 45, as CEO and a board member effective January 1, 2026; he will also keep the title of President.
- Finnegan's new employment agreement sets a minimum base salary of $900,000 and a minimum target annual equity award of $3,000,000, starting with the 2026 grant.
- Board Chair Sheryl M. Crosland said the appointment reflects execution of the CEO succession plan.
The filing
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