Dan Smith

Dan Smith has extensive experience in the restaurant and retail industry, currently serving as a Franchise Business Consultant for IHOP since September 2022, after holding the position of Sr. Manager of Marketing from March 2014 to September 2021. In marketing, Dan led off-premise initiatives, collaborated with third-party partners, and developed operational standards for the catering program. Prior to IHOP, Dan held roles at Yum! Brands as an Area Coach for KFC, Goodwill of Southern California as a District Manager, and Starbucks Coffee Company in various capacities including District Manager, Operations Project Manager, and Store Manager. Dan's educational background includes a BA in Communications from California State University, Fullerton, and a high school diploma from Chaffey High School. Recognized for outstanding performance, Dan was named Northwest Regional Franchise Business Consultant of the Year twice.