Dave & Buster’s Announces Promotion of Les Lehner to Chief Development Officer

Company Leadership Changes - Dave & Buster's has promoted Les Lehner to Chief Development Officer, previously serving as Chief Procurement Officer and Head of Main Event Development [1][4] - John Mulleady, the current Chief Development Officer, will retire on October 23, 2025, transitioning to an advisory role effective June 30, 2025, and will provide consulting services until January 31, 2026 [2][3] Leadership Transition Insights - Kevin Sheehan, Board Chair and Interim CEO, expressed gratitude for John Mulleady's nearly 15 years of service, highlighting his success in constructing over 100 new stores [3] - Les Lehner is expected to lead the development efforts with a well-developed pipeline of approximately 40 stores planned to open over the next three years [3] Company Overview - Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. operates 236 venues across North America, including 175 Dave & Buster's stores and 61 Main Event stores [5] - The company offers a combination of dining and entertainment experiences, featuring a full menu, a variety of beverages, and numerous entertainment attractions [5]