On January 26, 2012, the Board of Directors of Ruth's Hospitality Group Inc. designated Mark W. Osterberg, 61, as the Company's principal accounting officer until such time as he resigns or is removed as principal accounting officer. Arne G. Haak, the Company's previous principal accounting officer, will continue to serve as the Company's principal financial officer. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Osterberg served as the Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer of AirTran Airways (AirTran) from 2006 to 2011, which is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Southwest Airlines Co.