Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. Announces New Chief Financial Officer

Core Viewpoint - Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. has appointed Robert W. Salisbury as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2026, succeeding Mark E. Patten who will resign to pursue a new opportunity [1][2][3]. Group 1: Appointment Details - Robert W. Salisbury has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, having joined the company in 2023 and contributed to capital markets and investor relations [2]. - Salisbury's previous experience includes roles at Almanac Realty Investors, Citadel Investment Group, V3 Capital Management, UBS, Bank of America, and Citigroup, showcasing a strong background in finance and investment [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. is an internally managed REIT focused on acquiring, owning, and managing single-tenant properties leased long-term to service-oriented or experience-based businesses [4]. - As of September 30, 2025, the company’s portfolio includes 2,266 freestanding net lease properties with a weighted average lease term of 14.4 years and a rent coverage ratio of 3.6x, with 99.8% of the portfolio leased to tenants across 48 states [4].