This CEO led IHOP's risky takeover of Applebee's—and took on $2 billion in debt: I'd 'do the same thing all over again'
Publishing timestamp: 2024-05-22 13:07:43
Summary
Julia Stewart, former CEO of IHOP, discusses how she led the risky acquisition of Applebee's, paying off billions in debt and revitalizing both brands before resigning in 2017. Despite facing challenges, she is proud of the decision and the organization she built.
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