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D CEO: CEO Spotlight, Roland Dickey, Jr.

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D CEO: CEO Spotlight, Roland Dickey, Jr.

Published: 20 Mar 2017

From D CEO


The CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants Inc. on what it's like to run a family business.


Education

Southern Methodist University, Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts

Why I Love My Job

The best part is the team and getting to a place to truly shape the business.

Toughest Challenge

Family business. It’s the biggest advantage and challenge all in one.

Lesson Learned

The results are what count; effort only matters.

Looking Ahead

It’s a truly watershed moment with so much change in the restaurant industry. From technology, guest values, and sustainable, organic menus to the competition, the challenge is truly invigorating.

Keeps Me Up

The eighth cup of coffee.

Advice for an 18-Year-Old You

Buy Apple stock.

Favorite Beverage

Barbecue sauce Bloody Mary

First Car

A Dickey’s catering van. It wasn’t very cool on the weekends.

Favorite Movie?

“Smokey and the Bandit”

Standout Destination

The Dylan Hotel along the Keizersgracht Canal in Amsterdam. It has such great 16th century interiors that actually inspired our new store interior design.

Bucket List

Being an extra in “Smokey and the Bandit 3”

This Q&A is extended content from the Dallas 500, a special edition produced by D CEO that profiles the region’s most influential business leaders. Visit www.dallas500.com for details.


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