CANTON MASS. Dunkin’ Brands Inc., based here. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Caldeira, a veteran of communications, industry relations and association leadership, will take up his post Oct. 29 at the franchisor of 13,000 Dunkin’ Donuts, Baskin-Robbins and Togo’s sandwich outlets and will report directly to Jon Luther, its chairman and chief executive. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Succeeding Caldeira at the institute will be board member Joleen Flory, executive vice president of human resources for Famous Dave’s of America of Minneapolis, parent of the Famous Dave’s barbecue brand. Flory, who has 20 years of experience in restaurant training, human resources and operations, takes over Oct. 3. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
The institute was founded in 2003 as a leadership development source for the foodservice industry. The organization offers online assessments, customized corporate workshops and other tools to help restaurant managers develop leadership skills. In addition to the role played by the foodservice executive recruiting firm the Elliot Group, the institute was co-founded by Johnson & Wales University, Nation’s Restaurant News and PepsiCo Foodservice. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
“Joleen is a recognized leader in the human resources and training arena and a talented executive, making her the perfect choice to take the reins of this rapidly growing organization,” said Alice Elliot, chairwoman for the institute and chief executive of the Tarrytown, N.Y.-based Elliot Group, which also is a leadership consulting firm. “We are extremely grateful to Steve for his outstanding leadership and contributions over the past three years, and we wish him the very best in his new position.” —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Caldeira will oversee worldwide communications for all internal and external audiences, including employees, franchisees and media, and will lead Dunkin’ Brands’ government-, industry-and community-relations efforts. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
“We’re very excited that Steve has agreed to join our senior management team,” Luther said. “Steve has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a steadfast dedication to making our industry stronger. He is a rare combination of strategist and tactician, and his varied experience in the legislative, political, public affairs and communications arenas will further strengthen Dunkin’ Brands as we continue our aggressive expansion both domestically and internationally.” —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Before he helped launch the Elliot Leadership Institute three years ago, Caldeira was vice president of industry relations for PepsiCo Inc. He previously was president and chief operating officer of the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation and senior vice president of communications, marketing, and public heath and safety for the NRA. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Caldeira also has worked at Burson-Marsteller, where he was a managing director of public affairs practice. Earlier in his career he was political director to former U.S. Senator Alfonse D’Amato of New York. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
“I am extremely proud to be joining Dunkin’ Brands,” Caldeira said. “Without question, this is a wonderful opportunity to work with a great leader, an exceptional senior management team and a tremendous company with significant growth potential.” —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Alice Elliot said the institute expects a smooth transition when Flory takes over next month, given her experience in leadership development. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
At Famous Dave’s, Flory has been in charge of all human resources organizational strategies as well as payroll, risk management, training and staff development for the 150-unit chain. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
“I’m excited and honored to build on the institute’s important mission to elevate leadership within our industry,” Flory said. “Only by working together can we truly develop the next generation of leaders our industry collectively needs to remain successful.” —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Flory has held various positions in training, human resources and operations at Buffalo Wild Wings, Advantica Restaurant Group, Family Restaurants Inc. and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
“Joleen has done such a tremendous job with leadership development for us,” said David Goronkin, president and chief executive of Famous Dave’s. “This is a terrific opportunity for her to spread her leadership development imprint through the rest of the industry.” —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
Famous Dave’s currently is interviewing candidates to replace Flory, Goronkin said. —Stephen Caldeira, co-founder, president and chief executive of the Elliot Leadership Institute, is stepping down from the nonprofit organization to become executive vice president of global communications and chief public affairs officer for
