GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — Beverly Carmichael has been named executive vice president, chief people, culture and resource officer at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Inc. She brings more than 25 years of leadership experience to the role, having most recently served as senior vice president and chief people officer at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store.

In her new role, Carmichael will oversee Red Robin's human resource and legal teams and will report to President and CEO Denny Marie Post.

Denny Marie Post, president and CEO of Red Robin

"Beverly has demonstrated success translating business and operational objectives into aligned HR strategies," Post said. "In addition to her leadership skills, Beverly is a passionate 'culture ambassador' and thought partner who embodies our company's core values. Her talents will serve us well as we continue to grow our brand and ensure that guests and team members alike are better for being here."

Prior to Cracker Barrel, Carmichael held various human resources and legal roles at companies including Southwest Airlines and Ticketmaster. She has a juris doctor and a bachelor of business administration degree from the Univ. of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma.