Krispy Kreme, Inc.
For the period ended Jun 10, 2026. Filed Apr 27, 2026.
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Jun 10, 2026 · Filed Apr 27, 2026
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
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April 27, 2026
Dear Stockholders,
2025 was a pivotal year for Krispy Kreme as we implemented our comprehensive turnaround plan to deleverage our balance sheet and drive sustainable, profitable growth.
During the year, we made important changes to our Board of Directors and Global Leadership Team. The Board added new members, including current directors Bernardo Hees, Patrick Grismer, and Easwaran Sundaram, bringing decades of experience in the food, retail, and consumer goods industries. We also established a Strategy and Operating Committee, chaired by Mr. Hees, to support our Global Leadership Team in executing the turnaround plan and driving operational performance. This new Committee has been instrumental in guiding our execution of the turnaround plan and fostering strong communication and alignment with the Board.
In early 2026, the Board was pleased to appoint two new directors, David Shear and Melissa Werneck, who bring valuable food industry experience and are being nominated for election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. At this important point in our turnaround, we are confident they will be strong additions to the Board. I would also like to extend my sincere thanks to directors Marissa Andrada and Gerhard Pleuhs, who will be stepping down at the 2026 Annual Meeting. It has been a privilege to serve alongside such talented and dedicated individuals, and we are grateful for their contributions to Krispy Kreme.
Our Global Leadership Team was strengthened through several key internal appointments. Raphael Duvivier was promoted to Chief Financial Officer, Alison Holder was promoted to Chief Brand and Product Officer, and Nicola Steele was promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Collectively, they bring decades of experience within the organization, reflecting the strength of our leadership team and a deep understanding of the business. The Board demonstrated its confidence in the team’s ability to drive the business forward by implementing a retention package designed to retain and motivate this talented group and strengthen the Global Leadership Team’s alignment with stockholder interests.
With these changes in place, we demonstrated meaningful progress on our turnaround by the end of 2025. As we move into 2026, we remain focused on unlocking strong consumer demand for Krispy Kreme’s iconic, fresh doughnuts through our two largest opportunities: profitable U.S. expansion and capital-light international franchise growth. We are pleased to have ended 2025 with positive momentum, driven by growth in the U.S. with key strategic partners, higher digital sales, and international expansion.
Looking ahead, we remain focused on building a stronger, more resilient Krispy Kreme and positioning ourselves for long-term profitable growth.
We greatly appreciate your vote of support and confidence in the company. Our management team and Board of Directors remain committed to delivering stockholder value. I encourage you to carefully read the accompanying Proxy Statement and vote your shares in support of the Board’s recommendations on each proposal.
Josh Charlesworth
President and CEO
Krispy Kreme
Notice of 2026 Annual Meeting
of Stockholders
| To Our Stockholders, Notice is hereby given that the virtual annual meeting of stockholders (the “2026 Annual Meeting”) of Krispy Kreme, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), will be held on June 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time. You can virtually attend the 2026 Annual Meeting online by visiting www.proxydocs.com/DNUT and entering the control number provided on your Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials, proxy card, or voting instruction form. Items of Business 1. To elect each of the eight director nominees named in the accompanying Proxy Statement to hold office for a one-year term and until his or her successor shall have been elected and qualified; 2. To approve an advisory resolution regarding the Company’s executive compensation; 3. To ratify the appointment of Grant Thornton LLP as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026; 4. To approve the Amendment and Restatement of the Krispy Kreme, Inc. 2021 Omnibus Incentive Plan; 5. To vote on a stockholder proposal, if properly presented; and 6. To transact such other business as may properly come before the 2026 Annual Meeting or any adjournment or postponement thereof. Who May Vote: Holders of Company common stock at the close of business on April 20, 2026 may vote at the 2026 Annual Meeting. A list of stockholders will be accessible prior to the 2026 Annual Meeting upon request from the Corporate Secretary and during the 2026 Annual Meeting by visiting the meeting website referenced above. Distribution Date: A Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials or the Proxy Statement is first being sent to stockholders on or about April 27, 2026. Your vote is very important. To ensure your representation at the 2026 Annual Meeting, please submit your vote by internet or telephone, or complete and return your proxy card if you received a paper copy of the proxy materials. Whether or not you plan to attend the meeting, we urge you to vote. Atiba Adams Corporate Secretary | Meeting Information | ||
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| Date: Time: | June 10, 2026 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time | ||
| Location: | Virtual Meeting www.proxydocs.com/DNUT | ||
| How to Vote | |||
| By Internet visit www.proxypush.com/DNUT | |||
| By Mail Stockholders who have received a paper copy of a proxy card or voting instruction form by mail may submit proxies by completing, signing, and dating their proxy card or voting instruction form and mailing it in the accompanying pre-addressed envelope. | |||
| Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the 2026 Annual Meeting to be held on June 10, 2026: The Company’s Annual Report for the fiscal year ended December 28, 2025 and Proxy Statement for the 2026 Annual Meeting are available at www.proxydocs.com/DNUT by entering the control number provided on your Notice of Internet Availability of Proxy Materials, proxy card, or voting instruction form. | |||
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