Dine Brands Expands Board with Two Restaurant Industry Veterans

Event summary

  • Dine Brands Global adds Enrique 'Rick' Silva and Amanda Clark to its Board of Directors, expanding it from nine to eleven members effective February 4, 2026.
  • Silva brings over three decades of experience in franchised restaurant chains, including roles as CEO of Culver’s Franchising and Checkers & Rally’s Restaurants.
  • Clark has extensive experience in QSR and beauty brands, having served as COO International of Papa John’s and EVP Retail Experience for Taco Bell.
  • Both appointees are currently leading their own ventures: Silva as Chairman of Zips Car Wash and Clark as CEO of WellBiz Brands.

The big picture

Dine Brands’ board expansion reflects a strategic move to bolster industry-specific expertise amid increasing competition in the full-service and fast-casual restaurant segments. The additions of Silva and Clark bring diverse leadership backgrounds that could enhance the company’s franchising and operational capabilities. With close to 3,500 restaurants across 20 international markets, the board’s refreshment is timely as Dine Brands navigates evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics.

What we're watching

Strategic Direction
How Silva and Clark’s industry expertise will influence Dine Brands’ expansion into fast casual and international markets.
Governance Dynamics
Whether the board refreshment signals a shift towards more franchising-focused governance.
Operational Integration
The pace at which the new directors can integrate their insights into Dine Brands’ existing operational strategies.