Dine Brands Global, Inc. the parent company of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP and Fuzzy’s Taco Shop restaurants, has announced that Matt Ryan will be joining as a new independent member of its Board of Directors.
Ryan currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Soli Organic, the market leader in organic controlled environment agriculture. He led the United State's largest commercial indoor organic grower, redefining how fresh, organic, and sustainably farmed crops are produced.
“With over 35 years of experience in strategic planning, customer relationship management, digital, and analytics, Matt brings highly valued skills to the table. His knowledge of building new avenues for growth and leading marketing, brand, and product functions for other global brands will make him a strong addition to Dine Brands’ Board of Directors,” said Richard Dahl, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Dine Brands Global, Inc.
Prior to Soli Organic, Matt served in various leadership roles for high-growth companies in retail, CPG and entertainment, including Starbucks and The Walt Disney Company. He has also held strategic planning roles with several national and international advertising agencies and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Kaiser Permanente Heath Plan and Hospitals.
“Matt’s work in CPG and entertainment, along with his prowess in strategic thinking and relationship management, complements our existing Board Members and further supports the work we are doing to innovate and grow the global footprint of our brands,” Dahl added.
