01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed September 12, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
On September 12, 2025, Flutter Entertainment plc announced the Board of Directors has appointed Stefan Bomhard as a non-executive director, effective October 1, 2025.
Mr. Bomhard has not been appointed to any Board committee at this time, and the Board has determined he is independent under New York Stock Exchange listing standards. The filing states he is 58 and has served as Chief Executive Officer and a board member of Imperial Brands plc since July 2020, with his retirement as CEO effective October 1, 2025 and continued service as a director until December 31, 2025. He also currently serves as a non-executive director of Compass Group plc.
According to the filing, Mr. Bomhard will receive compensation consistent with the Company's fee schedule for non-executive directors, as described in the definitive proxy statement for the 2025 Annual General Meeting filed April 24, 2025. The filing states he has no family relationships with any executive officer or director, no arrangements or understandings under which he was elected, and no transactions requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
The announcement was furnished under Regulation FD as Exhibit 99.1. Chair John Bryant described the appointment as the result of an extensive search as part of the Board's ongoing renewal process, citing Mr. Bomhard's international experience in the operation, sales and marketing of consumer brands.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Stefan Bomhard appointed as a non-executive director of Flutter Entertainment plc, effective October 1, 2025
- Mr. Bomhard has not been appointed to any Board committee at this time
- Board determined Mr. Bomhard is independent under New York Stock Exchange listing standards
- Mr. Bomhard, age 58, is CEO and board member of Imperial Brands plc since July 2020, retiring as CEO on October 1, 2025 and serving as director until December 31, 2025
- Compensation will be consistent with the Company's non-executive director fee schedule described in the 2025 proxy statement
- Filing states no family relationships, no election arrangements, and no Item 404(a) related-party transactions
- Appointment described by Chair John Bryant as part of the Board's ongoing renewal process
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Stefan Bomhard and what is his relevant background?
Mr. Bomhard, age 58, has been CEO and a board member of Imperial Brands plc since July 2020. The filing also lists prior roles as CEO of Inchcape PLC (April 2015 to June 2020), president of Bacardi Limited's European region, Chief Commercial Officer of Cadbury plc, and senior positions at Unilever Food Solutions Europe, Diageo (Burger King) and Procter & Gamble. He currently serves as a non-executive director of Compass Group plc.
When does the appointment take effect and what committee roles does he hold?
The appointment is effective October 1, 2025. The filing states Mr. Bomhard has not been appointed as a member of any Board committee at this time.
Is Mr. Bomhard considered independent?
Yes. The Board has determined that Mr. Bomhard is an independent director in accordance with the New York Stock Exchange listing standards.
How will Mr. Bomhard be compensated?
He will receive compensation consistent with the Company's fee schedule for non-executive directors. The current schedule is described in the Company's definitive proxy statement for its 2025 Annual General Meeting, filed with the SEC on April 24, 2025.
Does the filing disclose any conflicts or related-party relationships?
The filing states Mr. Bomhard has no family relationships with any executive officer or director of the Company or its affiliates, no arrangements or understandings with the Company or others under which he was elected, and is not party to any transaction requiring disclosure under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K.
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