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flag Christine Barone, Dutch Bros CEO, named "Restaurant Leader of the Year" for expanding the brand and advancing the beverage category.

flag Christine Barone, CEO of Dutch Bros, has been named “Restaurant Leader of the Year” by Restaurant Business for her role in expanding the company’s national footprint and advancing the beverage category in foodservice. flag The award, to be presented at the April 2026 Restaurant Leadership Conference, recognizes her leadership during a period of strong growth. flag In December 2025, the restaurant and bar industry added 27,200 jobs—over half of all new U.S. jobs—helping lower the national unemployment rate to 4.4%. flag This surge, likely driven by holiday demand, contrasts with a 25,000-job loss in retail. flag Meanwhile, industry influencers predict 2026 will see rising demand for functional ingredients, innovative textures, and chef-led menus, driven by health, experience, and social media trends.

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