Dine Brands Names Vance Chang as Chief Financial Officer; Allison Hall Appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer

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Dine Brands Global (NYSE: DIN) has announced the appointment of Vance Chang as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 14, 2021. Chang previously served as CFO of Exer Urgent Care and has extensive experience in finance roles at various companies, including Oracle and Deloitte. CEO John Peyton expressed enthusiasm for Chang's strategic leadership during the company's recovery and growth trajectory. Additionally, Allison Hall has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, after serving as interim CFO since January 2021.

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• Vance Chang's appointment as CFO brings strategic leadership to Dine Brands.
• Allison Hall's promotion indicates strong internal leadership continuity.

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Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), the parent company of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar® and IHOP® restaurants, today announced that Vance Chang has been named Chief Financial Officer, effective June 14, 2021.

Vance Chang CFO, Dine Brands Global (Photo: Business Wire)

Most recently, Vance served as CFO for Exer Urgent Care. Before that, he was CFO at YOGAWORKS. He has also held positions at Pressed Juicery, Moelis & Company, Oracle and Deloitte & Touche. Vance received a degree in accounting from the University of Washington and an MBA from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

Dine Brands CEO John Peyton said, “After a rigorous search process, I’m excited to welcome Vance to Dine Brands. He is a high-impact executive who brings a compelling blend of strategic and collaborative leadership abilities. Vance will be an asset to our business as we continue on a recovery trajectory and focus on growth across every facet of our business.”

Effective June 14, 2021, Allison Hall has been appointed as senior vice president, chief accounting officer. Allison has served as interim CFO since January 2021. As a thirteen-year Dine Brands veteran, Allison joined as Director, Assistant Controller in 2007. She was later promoted to Executive Director, and then ultimately Vice President.

“Allison is a talented financial executive with a deep understanding of Dine Brands. She has helped lead the company through a number of important transactions, during some very unprecedented times,” said Peyton. “With Vance and Allison at the helm of our financial organization, I look forward to our continued success together as we evolve our business and accelerate our momentum in support of our restaurants and franchisees around the globe,” Peyton continued.

About Dine Brands Global, Inc.

Based in Glendale, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), through its subsidiaries, franchises restaurants under both the Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar and IHOP brands. With approximately 3,500 restaurants combined in 17 countries and approximately 350 franchisees, Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world. For more information on Dine Brands, visit the Company’s website located at www.dinebrands.com.

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FAQ

Who is the new CFO of Dine Brands?

Vance Chang has been named the new Chief Financial Officer of Dine Brands Global, effective June 14, 2021.

When did Vance Chang start as CFO of Dine Brands?

Vance Chang officially began his role as CFO on June 14, 2021.

Who was the interim CFO before Vance Chang?

Allison Hall served as the interim CFO before Vance Chang's appointment.

What is the background of Vance Chang?

Vance Chang has held CFO positions at Exer Urgent Care and YOGAWORKS and has experience with companies like Oracle and Deloitte.

What leadership roles have been announced in Dine Brands?

Along with Vance Chang as CFO, Allison Hall has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer.