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Five Guys CEO Awards $1.5M Bonus Amid Safety Concerns

4/7/2026

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  • Jerry Murrell, CEO of Five Guys, announced a $1.5 million bonus for employees after a chaotic 40th anniversary promotion.
  • In a Fortune interview, Murrell referenced the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, saying leaders are reevaluating decisions amid rising tensions.
  • He expressed safety concerns, joking, "I didn't want anybody shooting me in the back."
  • Murrell said funds would go to bonuses rather than personal purchases, specifying $1,000 per store.