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Dave & Buster’s Announces Chief Executive Officer Transition

August 4, 2026 9:15 AM EDT

DALLAS, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: PLAY) (Dave & Buster's or the Company), an owner, operator, and franchisor of entertainment and dining venues, announced that Tarun Lal informed the Board of Directors of his decision to retire as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 3, 2026, in order to spend more time with his family. The Board of Directors has appointed Darin Harper, the Companys Chief Financial Officer, to succeed Mr. Lal as Chief Executive Officer, effective the same date. Mr. Lal will work closely with Mr. Harper on the... More