Carol Schlichting

Carol Schlichting is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in strategic operations and supply chain management. Currently serving as Executive Director of Strategic Operations at DineEquity, Carol leads the Strategic Operations Enterprise PMO and oversees project management teams to drive growth initiatives for renowned brands Applebee's and IHOP. Previously, as VP of Operational Excellence at Aramark Uniform Services, Carol established a department focused on process standardization and performance management. Carol's consulting work and leadership roles across various companies, including Aramark and FedEx, have equipped Carol with a diverse skill set that encompasses planning, project management, and operational strategy. Carol holds a Master’s degree in Project Management from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Illinois Chicago.