Chris Sumners

Chris Sumners is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Romulus Restaurant Group. Hired as Vice President of Operations in 1996, Chris has been integral to the business' growth and team development. Under his leadership the companies have grown from just seven units in the Phoenix market, to over 100 units in 11 states, and is consistently recognized as a sales and operations awards winner.

Chris’ passion for the restaurant business started as a teenager working at the local Dairy Queen. Prior to joining Romulus, Chris also worked for Chili’s, then as a multi-unit supervisor for Le Peep and Cracker Barrel, and for IHOP corporate as a Manager of Operations Services.

Chris is an influential and active participant in several committees within the IHOP system and is currently in his second term as the Chairman of the Franchise Leadership Council.