Management ChangeJul 30, 2026, 04:53 PM
Beyond Meat Appoints Brijesh Krishnaswamy as COO; Ethan Brown Joins Board
AI Summary
Beyond Meat, Inc. announced the appointment of Brijesh Krishnaswamy as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective part-time on August 24, 2026, and full-time on September 30, 2026. Mr. Krishnaswamy brings extensive experience from ofi (Olam Food Ingredients) and will receive a full-time base salary of $550,000, a 60% target bonus, and $1,200,000 in equity awards. Additionally, the company appointed its founder, Ethan Brown, to the board of directors as a Class III director.
Key Highlights
- Brijesh Krishnaswamy appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Beyond Meat.
- Mr. Krishnaswamy starts part-time on August 24, 2026, converting to full-time on September 30, 2026.
- Part-time base salary is $110,000 per year, increasing to $550,000 per year full-time.
- Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus with a target of 60% of base salary.
- Granted equity awards totaling $1,200,000, subject to Compensation Committee approval.
- John Boken will cease interim COO duties upon Mr. Krishnaswamy's full-time commencement.
- Ethan Brown appointed as a Class III director, filling a vacancy, with a term expiring in 2028.
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