Julie Masino

Cracker Barrel is replacing its CEO after failed rebranding efforts and declining sales. The chain's recent attempts to modernize its logo and restaurant design drew negative public reactions, including from Donald Trump, and quarterly sales continue to fall.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down a year after a rebranding effort, including a new logo, faced significant customer backlash. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin’ Brands, will replace Masino. The company’s same-store sales declined following the logo change but showed recent improvements.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino will step down next month after a rebranding effort that removed the 'Old-Timer' logo and Southern-themed decor faced public backlash. She will be replaced by David Deno, former Bloomin’ Brands CEO, who will oversee the company’s return to its traditional branding. Shareholders had previously attempted to remove Masino, and she will receive $4.6 million in severance.

The Metro Nashville Police Department's drone program, which uses three drones for first responder operations with thermal imaging and license plate reading capabilities, is under review by the Community Review Board. Cracker Barrel's CEO Julie Masino is stepping down following a controversial rebranding, to be replaced by David Deno.

Cracker Barrel's CEO Julie Masino is stepping down next month following customer backlash against the company's rebranding efforts a year ago. She will remain with the company during the transition.

Portobello’s Grill in Baton Rouge closed after years of operation, with owner Peter Sclafani thanking patrons and redirecting gift cards to sister restaurant SoLou. Cracker Barrel appointed David Deno as new CEO following backlash against Julie Masino’s rebranding efforts. A Pew Research Center survey found Canadians and Mexicans now view China more favorably than the U.S., with higher confidence in President Xi Jinping over Donald Trump.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after a rebranding effort, including a controversial logo change, led to customer backlash and declining sales. The company will be led by David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin’ Brands, starting August 10. President Donald Trump criticized the logo change on Truth Social, urging the company to revert to the original design.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after the company faced backlash over a logo change that removed Uncle Herschel. Critics labeled the chain 'woke' and 'soulless,' with Donald Trump publicly criticizing the update.

Cracker Barrel announced Julie Masino will step down as CEO on August 10, to be succeeded by David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin' Brands. Masino will remain in an advisory role until October 9. Deno expressed enthusiasm about leading the company, highlighting its iconic status and potential.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after a rebranding effort, including a controversial logo change, led to customer backlash and declining sales. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin’ Brands, will replace her as CEO in August. The company reversed the logo change after public criticism, including from Donald Trump, but same-store sales dropped significantly.

Cracker Barrel's CEO Julie Masino is stepping down next month following a rebranding effort that caused customer backlash and declining sales. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin' Brands, will replace Masino on August 10. The company reversed its logo change after protests but continues to face sales challenges, with same-store sales down 1.8% in the fiscal third quarter.

Cracker Barrel's CEO Julie Masino is stepping down next month after a rebranding effort led to customer backlash and declining sales. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin' Brands, will replace Masino as CEO on August 10. The company's attempt to simplify its logo and modernize restaurants last August caused protests, sales to drop, and the changes were reversed, though sales continued to decline.

Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino is stepping down after a rebranding effort, including a simplified logo, led to customer backlash and declining sales. David Deno, former CEO of Bloomin' Brands, will replace Masino as CEO. The company reversed the logo changes but continues to face sales challenges, with a 1.8% drop in same-store sales in its fiscal third quarter.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is refocusing on its core brand by selling 26 company-owned locations in a $77 million sale-leaseback and divesting its Maple Street Biscuit Company, closing 16 locations. The moves aim to reduce debt and boost profitability, following backlash over a rebranding effort that prompted the restoration of its nostalgic 'Old Timer' logo and interior design.