Dave & Buster's CEO Tarun Lal retires; CFO Darin Harper appointed CEO

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.

Tarun Lal retired as CEO effective Aug 3, 2026; CFO Darin Harper succeeds him as CEO and Board member.
Harper receives $650K base salary, 100% target bonus, 115% LTIP target, and $6.5M one-time equity grant.
Cory Hatton named interim CFO; receives $1M one-time equity grant; company searches for permanent CFO.
Kevin Sheehan appointed Lead Independent Director; James Chambers appointed Chair of the Board.
Lal will advise through Jan 2028; receives $85,833/month consulting fee and pro-rata bonus/equity acceleration.

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