Shift4 Appoints Sam Bakhshandehpour to Board of Directors
Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR) has appointed Sam Bakhshandehpour to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. He will participate in the Compensation and Audit Committees. Bakhshandehpour brings substantial experience from the restaurant, hospitality, gaming, and media sectors, as well as a strong background in investment banking and mergers and acquisitions. He previously led sbe Entertainment and has worked with J.P. Morgan Securities. His expertise is expected to support Shift4's strategic growth initiatives.
- Sam Bakhshandehpour's appointment is expected to enhance the Board's expertise.
- Bakhshandehpour's diverse background in various industries may drive strategic growth.
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“We are pleased to welcome Sam to the Shift4 Board,” said
Mr. Bakhshandehpour is the President and Board Member of José Andrés’ (JA) restaurant and media company. JA's platform spans 30+ restaurants across 9 markets globally and multiple cuisines, including the 2-Michelin starred Minibar, and numerous Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurants. Mr. Bakhshandehpour also runs José Andrés Media division (JAM) which produces food-related cultural content across scripted and unscripted film and television, books, podcasts, and digital content. JAM also houses numerous global partnerships and a consumer products platform.
Previously, Mr. Bakhshandehpour served as President, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of sbe Entertainment, a private equity backed hotel, restaurant and nightlife company with over 80 properties globally. He began his career on
Mr. Bakhshandehpour expands the breadth of expertise of the Board which currently consists of three other independent directors:
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