Denny's Inc. Announces Strategic Leadership Appointments to Drive Innovation and Operational Excellence

Leadership Appointments - Denny's Inc. announced the appointment of Minh Le as senior vice president and chief technology officer, effective September 23, 2024, and Christopher Bode as president and chief operating officer, effective September 30, 2024 [1][4] - These appointments are part of Denny's strategy to enhance its technological infrastructure and operational excellence [1][5] Minh Le's Role and Experience - Minh Le will oversee the technology ecosystem for both Denny's and Keke's Breakfast Café, focusing on modernizing solutions to improve guest experiences and operational efficiencies [2][3] - Le has over 25 years of experience in technology transformations for major restaurant brands, including Checkers & Rally's and Darden Restaurants [2] Christopher Bode's Return - Christopher Bode returns to Denny's after serving as COO from 2014 to 2022, bringing extensive operational expertise and knowledge of the brand [3][4] - Bode will manage operations, marketing, finance, and HR for both corporate and franchise restaurants [3] Company Vision and Strategy - Denny's aims to build a comprehensive technology ecosystem to empower teams and enhance guest experiences [3] - The leadership changes are expected to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness in the restaurant industry [5] Company Overview - Denny's is a family dining restaurant brand based in Spartanburg, S.C., with over 70 years of history [6] - As of June 26, 2024, Denny's operates 1,541 restaurants globally, with 1,477 being franchised [7]