On March 24, 2026, Noodles & Company announced that two members of its Board of Directors, Mr. Robert Hartnett and Ms. Mary Egan, have decided not to stand for re-election at the upcoming 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Both directors will continue to serve until the Annual Meeting, with Mr. Hartnett remaining as Chair of the Compensation Committee and a member of the Audit Committee, while Ms. Egan will continue as Chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and a member of the Compensation Committee. The decision not to seek re-election was clarified as not stemming from any disagreements with management or the Board, nor related to the Company's operations, policies, or practices. The management team and Board expressed gratitude for their service. In light of their departure, the Board has voted to reduce its size from nine to seven members, a move intended to better align with the current size and complexity of the Company. Additionally, to maintain balance among the three classes of the Board, Mr. Lynch has been nominated to be elected as a Class I director at the Annual Meeting, agreeing to resign from his Class III position contingent upon his election. This restructuring reflects the Board's ongoing commitment to effective governance and operational efficiency.

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