Tony Wehner is the Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. He took on this role in August 2022 after joining the company through their acquisition of Main Event, where he was the COO....

Tony Wehner is the Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. He took on this role in August 2022 after joining the company through their acquisition of Main Event, where he was the COO. Tony's career has been focused on operations in the restaurant and entertainment sectors. He previously led BigShots Golf, a golf entertainment venue, and served as COO for Bar Louie, a casual dining chain, transitioning through various notable companies including Chili's and On the Border. As CEO of Dave & Buster's, he is leading efforts to enhance guest experiences by streamlining food and beverage offerings and improving service. Under his guidance, the company aims to innovate its entertainment options, focusing on customer engagement and satisfaction. His compensation for 2023 is reportedly around $1 million, which includes a salary and bonus linked to the company’s performance. Tony has shown a proactive approach in insider trading, with significant fluctuations in his holdings over the past year, peaking at over $2 million in early 2024.

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Tony Wehner

Ex-CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment

Education

Not specified

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Communication Services

Born

January 1, 1968 - 57 years ago

CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment for

2 years 4 months (Aug 2022 - Dec 2024)

Previous Experience

Chief Operating Officer of Main Event; various positions at BigShots Golf and Bar Louie.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Tony Wehner

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David Overton

Founder and CEO of Cheesecake Factory

2023 Compensation

Stock

$200.00K

Salary

$900.00K

Bonus

$250.00K

Other

$100.00K

Total Holdings

$17.10M

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David J. Deno

CEO of Bloomin' Brands, Inc.

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$1.00M

Bonus

$897.97K

Other

$19.02K

Total Holdings

$6.11M

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Vance Y. Chang

CEO of Dine Brands Global

2023 Compensation

Stock

$231.24K

Salary

$530.40K

Bonus

$329.30K

Other

$53.79K

Total Holdings

$551.51K

Holdings

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Tony Wehner's stock holdings in Dave & Buster's have seen notable changes, fluctuating significantly over the past couple of years. As of December 2022, his holdings peaked at $1.40 million but have shown a steady increase since then, reaching as...

Tony Wehner's stock holdings in Dave & Buster's have seen notable changes, fluctuating significantly over the past couple of years. As of December 2022, his holdings peaked at $1.40 million but have shown a steady increase since then, reaching as high as $2.01 million in March 2024. His investments reflect a strong belief in the company's direction and his commitment to its success. In early 2024, his holdings were valued at around $1.92 million, showcasing the volatile yet upward trend in his stake in the company. This trend may indicate investor confidence in Dave & Buster’s strategies under his leadership, particularly as the company adapts and innovates in the entertainment space.

Jan 24, 2025

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shares

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Insider Trading

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1,633 shares

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Apr 24, 2024

Received

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1,941 shares

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Apr 24, 2023

Received

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1,941 shares

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Apr 24, 2023

Received

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$501.91K

PLAY at $33.86/share

Oct 14, 2022

Purchase

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14,984 shares

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Oct 7, 2022

Received

Compensation History

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In 2023, Tony Wehner's total compensation was around $1 million. This included a base salary of $500,000, a performance-based bonus of $150,000, stock worth $300,000 that vested under the company’s long-term incentive plan, and additional benefits amounting to $50,000. His bonus is tied to important company performance metrics like revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA. This compensation package aligns his interests with the performance of Dave & Buster's, driving him to enhance shareholder value and company success.

Year

2023

Total Compensation

$1.00M

Salary

$500.00K

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy is designed to align executive pay with performance, ensuring that compensation is competitive within the industry while promoting long-term shareholder value.

Bonus

$150.00K

Board Justification

The bonus is based on the company's performance metrics including revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA targets for fiscal 2023.

Other

$50.00K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes health benefits and retirement contributions.

Restricted Stock

$300.00K(10K RSU)

Board Justification

The stock that vested in 2023 is part of the long-term incentive plan, which is based on performance over a three-year period, with vesting occurring at the end of the performance period.

Performance Metrics

Performance metrics include revenue growth, adjusted EBITDA, and other financial targets set by the Board of Directors.

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Kevin Sheehan

Ex-CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment

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Kevin Sheehan

CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment

December 2024 - Present