Rambus CFO Desmond Lynch to resign effective February 27, 2026; Allen named interim CFO
Rambus Inc. said its Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Desmond Lynch, will resign effective February 27, 2026, to pursue another professional opportunity, and that the departure is not tied to any disagreement with the company. Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer John Allen will serve as interim CFO while the company searches for a permanent successor. The company also reaffirmed its previously issued guidance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026.
Key points
- Desmond Lynch resigns as CFO effective February 27, 2026, to pursue another professional opportunity
- John Allen, age 62, named Vice President, Interim Chief Financial Officer; he remains Chief Accounting Officer
- Allen's annual base salary is $383,985 with a target bonus of $153,594; compensation is subject to review
- Rambus reaffirmed its previously issued guidance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026
The filing
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