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David Deno

David Deno

CEO, Cracker Barrel · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-08-16

David Deno is the CEO of Cracker Barrel (CBRL). Deno is based in the United States.

Dave Deno is an American businessman and entrepreneur, as well as the current CEO of Cracker Barrel. He formerly served as COO of Yum! Brands, Inc. and as the president of Quiznos.

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Recent coverage has focused on David Deno's appointment as CEO of Cracker Barrel following the departure of the previous chief executive, who oversaw a controversial logo redesign that drew significant backlash. Deno, who previously held a leadership role at Bloomin' Brands, is being assessed by analysts and industry observers as a potential candidate to rebuild the brand's trust and navigate the company's recovery from the rebranding controversy.

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David Deno is the CEO of Cracker Barrel, based in United States.
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David Deno is CEO of Cracker Barrel.