On this World Mental Health Day, we're inspired by the powerful insights Christie Cook (Dine Brands’ VP of HR) shared at Prosper Forum! Hear her reflect on what advice she would give her younger self when building an inclusive workplace. At Dine Brands, we are committed to prioritizing our team members’ mental wellbeing by offering comprehensive benefits, including coaching services, wellness programs, and a supportive work culture that values open conversations about mental health.
Catch up with our team at Franchise Expo South, September 6-7! IHOP’s Von Dawson and Fuzzy's Taco Shop’s Paul Tripodes will be at booth 401 to connect with prospective franchisees ready to grow with us. Plus, international delegation members can hear from Dine International’s Erika Enciso on September 6 at 10:30 AM as part of the “Franchising Fundamentals – Interacting with Franchisors” panel. If you're looking to expand your business footprint, connect with our team at the event to learn more about the incredible franchise and growth opportunities we offer and discover how our brands can be the next franchise addition to your portfolio!
In March, Dine Brands proudly received the 2024 CIO 100 Award from Foundry Inc. for the success of IHOP’s AI-powered Menu Recommendation Engine! Last week, our IT team—Justin Skelton, Jason Suarez, Ashwin Suresh, and Harsheel Shah—represented us at the award ceremony in Colorado Springs. It was a great opportunity for the team to accept their well-deserved award, explore emerging technologies, and connect with industry leaders. A huge thank you to the IHOP brand team, Dine IT, and everyone who contributed to this award-winning project!
During our Q2 2024 earnings call this morning, Dine Brands CEO John Peyton shared, “Our brands have a long history of weathering economic cycles and despite the consumer pullback the industry witnessed this quarter, we are confident that our strategies around profitable promotions, menu innovation and development will help us manage both short-term challenges while positioning us for the long term.”
Our interns rolled up their sleeves with Project Angel Food last week, helping prepare, serve, and package over 3,000 meals for the LA community as a part of our Embrace All Day initiative. 'Embrace All Day' is more than just a day away from work; it's a reflection of our values. We provide Paid Time Off for our team members to volunteer for causes they are passionate about or to observe days that hold cultural significance to them. This benefit underscores our belief that we are all strengthened by our differences and that each of us has the power to make a meaningful impact in our communities. Here’s to a day filled with teamwork and service!
This Father’s Day weekend, join us in honoring our Dine Dads alongside the remarkable fathers in our lives! With benefits like paid family leave to flexible work arrangements, we support our team members in the incredible journey and joys of parenthood. Here's to honoring all dads, dads-to-be, and those who cherish the father figures in their lives!
Let’s give a big welcome to our Dine Brands Summer Intern Class of 2024! From Marketing to IT, Legal, Business Analytics, and more, we’re thrilled to have these rising stars join us for an unforgettable summer of hands-on learning. Eryn Feehery, Ricardo Godinez, Donovan Milroy, Eric Park, Avery Shoemaker, Brooke Smith, Stephanie Yo and Siena Zarrell, we’re glad you’re here and hope you are ready to have some fun!
From leading a consulting firm in Mexico to now leading our Applebee’s and IHOP brands throughout international markets in North, Central, and South America, Javier Balaguera has had an exciting career journey. Based in Mexico City, Javier serves as Executive Director of International Marketing & Culinary for the Americas region. He and his team are responsible for collaborating and cooking up innovative initiatives that bring joy and resonate with our guests across various countries and markets. To help further support our IHOP brand in Mexico, Javier is seeking a dynamic Regional Marketing Manager to join forces with him in Mexico City! “This is a great opportunity to work with a dynamic brand that’s constantly evolving and full of excitement,” says Javier. Ready to spice up your career and make a real impact? Come join our team! Learn more and apply now.
This Mother’s Day weekend, we’re honoring amazing women - from our team members who are moms themselves to those who cherish their own mothers! We believe in supporting our team members through all of life's milestones, including parenthood. From paid family leave and transition programs to fertility and adoption assistance, we’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits that help our team members navigate the joys of parenthood with peace of mind. Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Dine Brands!
Congratulations to Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar CMO Joel Yashinsky and IHOP CMO Kieran Donahue for making Nation's Restaurant News’ 2024 Power List! Both Joel and Kieran are recognized as innovators whose leadership and marketing efforts breakthrough and excite guests about our brands. From Dollaritas to Pancake Tacos, there’s been no shortage of impactful campaigns that give guests more reasons to visit our restaurants again and again. Congratulations, Joel and Kieran, on this huge honor!
