DALLAS, March 1, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker
International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced that John
Cywinski has been named Executive Vice President of
Strategic Innovation, effective March 7, 2016.
Cywinski brings a wide range of industry experience to
Brinker, having held multiple leadership positions at Yum! Brands,
Inc., Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar®, McDonald's
Corporation, BURGER KING® and The Walt Disney Company. Most
recently, he served as President of KFC U.S. where he was
responsible for the brand vision, consumer strategy, operational
excellence and innovation for over 4,500 restaurants. Prior to
that, Cywinski owned and operated his own restaurants in
Chicago as a franchisee for
Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. and SONIC Drive-In.
"We are excited for John to join our team and his extensive
industry experience will be instrumental in delivering a
differentiated guest experience across our brands," said Wyman
Roberts, CEO and President of Brinker International and President
of Chili's Grill & Bar. "As we continue to pursue initiatives
focused on an enhanced guest experience, John will lead the
strategic thinking and innovation around aligning all guest touch
points."
Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world's leading casual
dining restaurant companies. Founded in 1975 and based
in Dallas, Texas, as
of Dec. 23, 2015, Brinker owned, operated or franchised 1,646
restaurants under the names Chili's® Grill & Bar (1,595
restaurants) and Maggiano's Little Italy® (51 restaurants).
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