Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. ("Cracker Barrel" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CBRL) today announced that, following a comprehensive succession planning and search process, David Deno has been appointed to serve as the Company's next Chief Executive Officer and will join the Board of Directors (the "Board"), both effective August 10, 2026. He succeeds Julie Masino, who will step down as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board effective as of the same date. Ms. Masino will remain with the Company in an advisory capacity until October 9, 2026 to support a smooth transition.