Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Joseph Taylor: And thanks, Holly. And this is my last time to get the mic or the speaker phone in this case. As Kevin mentioned earlier, this is my last earnings call prior to passing on the CFO position at the end of our fiscal year in late June. So a couple of remarks, and thank you to wrap things up. First, I’m thrilled to pass the baton along to Mika, who is such a key leader for the company and brings a depth of knowledge and a passion for our business to her new position. She is very well prepared and will be terrific in the role. And next to all of our coverage analysts on the call, it has really been a pleasure working with you over the past decade, and I will continue to value the relationships developed over the years.

Thank you for your time spent getting to know us, your insights, both good and sometimes ones that were tougher to hear and for bringing a high degree of professionalism to the relationship. If your travels bring you through Dallas, don’t hesitate to reach out as I’m sure there are stories we can retell, meals that can be shared and possibly even some rounds to be played. Hopefully, our paths will have the occasion to cross in the years ahead. And lastly, it is tough to express the high degree of thankfulness I have towards my teammates, both here at the and in our restaurants that have made this such a special place for me and my family over 2 decades. As I start my next, I particularly take with me a special appreciation for all the teammates who work tirelessly to lead and staff our restaurants each day.

Our VPOs, DOs, GMs and thousands of Chili’s heads and pasta heads, I assure you, you have made this past and future guests feel very special. It has been an honor to tell the stories of your accomplishments in the call such as this over the years. Thank you for each — all of what you do each and every day. 25 years brings many experiences, lifelong relationships and great memories that will always be part of my next ventures. It has been a true privilege and blessing to be a small part of the history of such a great company. I look forward with eagerness to watching and sharing on the many successes that are ahead for all the members of the Brinker team. And with that, we are adjourned, and I wish you all a very good day. Thank you.

Mika Ware: Goodbye, everyone. Thank you so much.

Operator: This concludes today’s conference call. You may disconnect your phone lines at this time, and have a wonderful day. Thank you for your participation.