Restaurant Brands International Inc. Announces Successful Election of Directors for 2025
On June 3, 2025, Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI), one of the world's leading quick-service restaurant companies, held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders where the results of the board of directors' election were announced. This year's meeting marked a significant turnout, with eligible votes comprising 401,621,062, which represents 88.34% of the total votes.
RBI's proxy circular had proposed ten nominees for the Board of Directors, all of whom were incumbent directors. The shareholders overwhelmingly voted in favor of maintaining the current leadership, ensuring stability and continuity in governance for the company, which oversees iconic brands such as TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®.
Election Results
The results for each nominated director were impressive, highlighting a strong support for the board:
- - Alexandre Behring received 365,696,963 votes, translating to a substantial 92.36% approval rating.
- - Maximilien de Limburg Stirum enjoyed an overwhelming 99.64% approval with 394,536,865 votes in favor.
- - J. Patrick Doyle received 390,633,367 votes, indicating a 98.66% approval.
- - Cristina Farjallat's support was also notable, with 390,239,050 votes for an approval of 98.56%.
- - Jordana Fribourg had 377,685,447 votes, equating to 95.39% in favor.
- - Ali Hedayat gained 387,440,414 votes, with a 97.85% approval margin.
- - Marc Lemann, too, enjoyed a 95.60% approval with 378,525,418 votes.
- - Jason Melbourne and Daniel S. Schwartz had respective approvals of 98.56% and 98.82% from the shareholders.
- - Finally, Thecla Sweeney received 390,000,276 votes, translating to an approval rate of 98.50%.
Looking Ahead
With a well-established board, RBI is poised to continue its growth and innovation. As of now, RBI operates over 32,000 restaurants across more than 120 countries generating nearly $45 billion in system-wide sales annually. The company has a strong presence in the quick-service sector and is focused on enhancing sustainable practices through its framework, "Restaurant Brands for Good," which addresses food quality, environmental impact, and community engagement.
RBI emphasizes operational excellence and customer satisfaction across its storied brands, ensuring that each one caters to its unique market while adhering to high standards of service and product quality.
About Restaurant Brands International Inc.
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, Restaurant Brands International is not just a restaurant operator but a conglomerate combining the legacies of four globally recognized brands. Each brand has established its footprint in the food industry, from Tim Hortons' coffee excellence to Burger King's flame-grilled burgers. This strategic assembly offers RBI the potential to harness diverse market dynamics and enhance shareholder value through effective brand management and innovative strategies.
For more detailed information about its governance, products, and initiatives, stakeholders can visit RBI's official website at
www.rbi.com. The final voting results from the shareholders' meeting will be documented and filed with Canadian and U.S. securities regulators, ensuring transparency and accountability in the electoral process.