Ruth’s Hospitality Group, Inc. announced that Stephen M. King has been appointed to serve as an independent member of the board of directors effective January 1, 2018. With his appointment, the board will be comprised of eight members, seven of whom are independent. Mr. King will stand for election by vote of the shareholders at the company’s next annual meeting. Mr. King is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dave & Buster’s Entertainment, Inc. (Dave & Buster’s). He has served as Chairman of the Board of Dave & Buster’s since June 2017 and as Chief Executive Officer since September 2006. From March 2006 until September 2006, Mr. King served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Dave & Buster’s.