Recent Updates — BARK-WT

On August 19, 2026, Jim McGinty resigned from the Board of Directors of BARK, Inc., effective August 21, 2026. The resignation was not due to any disagreement with management or company policies. Consequently, the Board size will decrease from eight to seven members. Bark operates in the consumer discretionary sector, selling pet products and subscriptions.

Bark, Inc. reported fiscal first quarter 2027 results for the period ended June 30, 2026. Revenue decreased 23.4% year-over-year to $78.8 million, landing at the high end of guidance. Direct-to-consumer revenue fell 25.2% to $66.7 million, while commerce revenue declined 11.4% to $12.1 million. The company reported net income of $0.75 million and adjusted EBITDA of $0.6 million, both driven by a one-time $7.4 million tariff refund benefit. Excluding this non-recurring item, normalized gross margin was 63.4%. Cash and cash equivalents stood at $16.1 million as the company continued share repurchases under its existing program. Bark operates in the pet products industry, providing subscription boxes, retail goods, and specialized air travel services for dogs.

Bark, Inc. announced the appointment of Anya Hamill as Chief Financial Officer, effective September 8, 2026. Hamill, age 52, previously served as CFO of Laird Superfood and Little Secrets Chocolates, bringing over 20 years of experience in public CPG companies. Her compensation package includes a $450,000 base salary, a 75% target bonus, a $100,000 sign-on bonus, and grants of 37,500 restricted stock units and 37,500 stock options. Concurrently, Interim CFO Brian Dostie will step down from that role on the same date to remain as Vice President, Accounting and Controller. Bark, Inc. is a global omnichannel brand that designs and sells dog-centric products, subscriptions, and services.