The Wrong Hand for Cracker Barrel's Future Julie Masino's abrupt departure as CEO of Cracker Barrel has left many in the industry perplexed, but it's her successor David Deno's qualifications – or lack thereof – that raise even more questions about the future of this beloved American institution.
Deno, a veteran restaurant executive with experience as finance and operations chief at Bloomin' Brands, may seem like a safe choice. However, his track record is far from impressive.
During his five years as CEO of Bloomin' Brands, shares slipped 15%, underperforming the S&P 500 and competitors like Darden Restaurants and Texas Roadhouse.