DARDEN RESTAURANTS, INC.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA

Darden Restaurants, Inc., a renowned restaurant company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, owns and operates a diverse portfolio of well-differentiated brands including Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen, Yard House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Bahama Breeze, and Eddie V's. Founded on March 28, 1995, and publicly traded as company type DOMP with the filed number P95000025580, Darden aims to excel in financial success through unparalleled service, food quality, and atmosphere, thereby fostering guest loyalty. With a strong commitment to its core values—Inclusion & Diversity; Respect & Caring; Always Learning, Always Teaching; Integrity & Fairness; Teamwork; Excellence; Being of Service—Darden leverages these principles to maintain a competitive advantage cultivated over 70-plus years. The company's board consists of veteran business leaders with extensive experience in various industries such as restaurants, retail, finance, and real estate. Boasting over 1,700 locations across North America, Darden employs approximately 175,000 team members who serve an audience of 380 million guests annually. For more information about its leadership and operations, please visit the official website at dardenrestaurants.com or refer to Florida's business registry under filing number P95000025580.