Leadership & Pay ·
Essential Properties Realty Trust announced executive leadership changes effective September 8, 2026
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Essential Properties Realty Trust announced executive leadership changes effective September 8, 2026. R. Max Jenkins was promoted from Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Operating Officer, receiving a $2 million long-term incentive unit grant. Robert W. Salisbury expanded his role to include Chief Strategy Officer alongside his existing CFO duties. A. Joseph Peil departed as Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer. Craig Vachris was appointed as the new Chief Investment Officer, bringing over 20 years of commercial real estate experience. CEO Peter M. Mavoides executed a new four-year employment agreement. These changes aim to strengthen leadership for long-term value creation in the net lease real estate sector.