Famous Dave's of America, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Jeffery Crivello as the Company's Chief Executive Officer, effective November 14, 2017. Mr. Crivello has served on Famous Dave's Board of Directors since August 2017. Since January 2015, he has served as the Chief Financial Officer of PW Partners Capital Management, LLC, where he has primary responsibility for operations and accounting.

Additionally, the company has appointed its former Chief Development and Franchising Officer, Geovannie Concepcion, as the company's Chief Operating Officer, effective November 14, 2017.