David Giacone

Vice President of Operations U.S. & Canada (East) at International Dairy Queen

Role: Vice President Operations U s & Canada (East) at International Dairy Queen, Inc at Dairy Queen
Location: Louisville, KY, US
LinkedIn followers: 500 followers

About David Giacone

Results-driven and accomplished QSR Vice President with over 25 years of extensive restaurant experience in streamlining business operations, establishing strategic goals, supervising and motivating staff and implementing organizational policies to drive franchisee/franchisor profitability. Adept at enhancing clients’ satisfaction, maximizing financial performance of the company, and maintaining effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

Experience

Vice President Operations U s & Canada (East) at International Dairy Queen, Inc
Dairy Queen
Jan 2026 — Present · Louisville, KY, US

Education

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Skills

Restaurants
Budgeting
Sales
Strategic Planning
Franchising
Food & Beverage
Customer Service
Executive Management
Business Planning
Operations Management
Team Building
Management
Retail
Customer Relations
Budgets
Executive Coaching
Supervisory Experience
Profit
Public Speaking
Income Statement
Restaurant Management
P&L
Leadership
Training

Contact information

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Current company

Dairy Queen

Food and Beverage Services · 36K employees · Founded 1940 · Bloomington, Minnesota, United States

Here at the DQ® system, we believe that HAPPY TASTES GOOD®. Our first location opened in Joliet, Illinois, 80 years ago. Since then we’ve grown to more than 7,000 DQ® locations in the U.S., Canada and 22 other countries. Our restaurants offer a variety of sweet treats and crave-worthy eats that hold a special place in the hearts and minds of fans of all ages, including our signature BLIZZARD® Treat. Guided by our vision to become the world’s favorite quick-service restaurant, we’re proud of the multinational company culture we’ve built while maintaining a small community feel. Our hardworking employees believe in our mission of creating positive memories for all who touch DQ. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with offices in Canada and Singapore, our corporate employees support our independent franchisees from our corporate offices and field locations around the world. Giving back Since 1984, the DQ system has raised more than $154 million to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® in the U.S., and the Children’s Miracle Network Member Hospitals® in Canada. Every time fans and franchisees donate to these causes, every dollar stays in the community to support the local children’s hospital. Through our corporate giving initiative, DQ Cares, we provide employees time paid time off to volunteer in their communities. Careers If you believe in creating happy smiles, lasting memories and unforgettable moments, we want to hear from you. To learn more about DAIRY QUEEN® careers, visit dairyqueen.com/us-en/Company/Careers/. Franchise opportunities To become part of our sweet success and explore franchising opportunities, visit us at dairyqueenfranchising.com. Ownership The DQ brand, along with the ORANGE JULIUS® brand, is privately owned by Berkshire Hathaway Inc., a company owned by the legendary investor, Warren Buffet. Read our Social Media Community Guidelines: http://bit.ly/DQSocialCommunityGuidelines

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About David Giacone

Experience

Vice President Operations U s & Canada (East) at International Dairy Queen, Inc

Education

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Skills

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