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Here’s who Domino’s is tapping to boost its global growth
The global pizza brand aims to operate 7,250 stores by 2033.
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd has appointed ANZ CEO David Burness as the company’s first Global Culture Coach, focused on growing franchisee capability and developing the next generation of pizza entrepreneurs.
Group CEO & Managing Director Don Meij said the inaugural appointment reflected the importance of sophisticated, multi-unit franchisees to the future growth of Domino’s across Europe and the Asia-Pacific.
“Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd intends to deliver significant growth over the next decade, with plans to operate more than 7,250 stores by 2033, with an interim goal of five stores per franchisee,” Mr Meij said. “This requires sophisticated, engaged franchisees who can not only deliver the highest standards of operations but also can motivate and inspire their team members to build the strongest culture in our industry. David Burness has the demonstrated experience as a franchisee and executive to develop and enhance this culture.
Burness is one of Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd’s most awarded franchisees, having twice built multi-unit franchisee businesses in Australia. He also served in a leadership role in Domino’s Netherlands when it was acquired by DPE, where he helped establish the record-setting culture that helped that market become the largest QSR by store count
A key part of his role will be developing the passion for Domino’s brand as they enter Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore and Cambodia markets.
The role of Asia-Pacific CEO Josh Kilimnik will expand to include the role of ANZ CEO, initially for a 12 month period, with the CEOs of Japan, Taiwan and the ASEAN markets continuing to report into him.
