Lawrence Y. Kim serves as President of IHOP at Dine Brands Global Inc., where he leads the iconic pancake house chain's strategic direction, operations, and growth initiatives. With over two decades of experience in the restaurant industry, Kim joined Dine Brands in 2017 as Chief Marketing Officer for IHOP, bringing a proven track record from senior roles at Pizza Hut, where he spearheaded national marketing campaigns and digital transformation efforts as Senior Vice President of Marketing. His earlier career included key positions at Domino's Pizza, honing his expertise in brand revitalization, menu innovation, and customer engagement strategies that drove significant market share gains. Under Kim's leadership, IHOP has achieved remarkable milestones, including a surge in digital sales exceeding 20% of total revenue through enhanced app-based ordering and delivery partnerships, as well as the successful launch of high-performing limited-time offerings like the popular "Name It & Bake It" pancake program. Promoted to President in 2020, he navigated the brand through the COVID-19 pandemic by accelerating off-premise sales channels and implementing operational efficiencies that restored profitability and expanded the franchise footprint to over 1,600 locations worldwide. Today, Kim continues to steer IHOP toward future growth by focusing on sustainability, diverse menu expansions, and leveraging data analytics for personalized guest experiences, positioning the brand as a leader in family dining while upholding its commitment to affordable, comforting meals. His visionary approach has earned him recognition from industry publications like Nation's Restaurant News for innovative leadership in casual dining.