COVER STORY
CHRISTINE BARONE WAS MADE FOR THIS MOMENT The Dutch Bros CEO provided a steady hand, helping the drive- thru beverage chain to become one of the country’s hottest brands, earning her the title of Restaurant Leader of the Year.
BY JONATHAN MAZE
JONATHAN.MAZE@INFORMA.COM
THE DUTCH BROS EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE. | PHOTO BY JONATHAN MAZE
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RESTAURANT BUSINESS APRIL 2026
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