Kieran Donahue, former chief marketing officer of IHOP, has left the Dine Brands company to join GoTo Foods (formerly Focus Brands) as executive vice president and chief commercial officer.
Donahue joined GoTo Foods this month after more than three years at IHOP, where she led the commercial business for the 1,800-unit chain, launched a digitally integrated loyalty program in 2022, and led all things branding, omnichannel, digital innovation, communications, and social media for the brand.
IHOP confirmed Donahue’s departure in a statement sent to Nation’s Restaurant News:
“After three years at IHOP, Kieran decided to explore other opportunities, and we’re grateful for her contributions and leadership during her tenure. That said, IHOP has launched a national search to fill the CMO role.”
In her new role at GoTo Foods — parent company of Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Cinnabon, Moe’s Southwest Grill, and more — Donahue will develop and drive the omnichannel, global, commercial, and marketing strategy for all seven GoTo Foods brands.
GoTo Foods did not respond to requests for comment in time for publication.
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