David Davoudpour
For more than three decades, CEO David Davoudpour has spearheaded exceptional, award-winning business ventures in the restaurant, food service and hospitality industries, as both a franchisee and franchisor. Widely consider a maverick and a visionary, and guided by principles of innovation, simplicity and community involvement, he is an active philanthropist and entrepreneur who is always proud to contribute to the communities he serves.
Since 2006, Mr. Davoudpour has led Shoney's, applying these same principles to a brand he has long considered to be THE quintessential American dinner table. Actively revitalizing an iconic brand for new generations and markets, Davoudpour is bringing Shoney's to the forefront of fast-casual dining, with redesigned restaurants and new approaches to fresh, delicious food.