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Julia Stewart

Dine Brands Global · United States

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-29

Julia Stewart is the chief executive officer of Dine Brands Global. Stewart is based in the United States. Earlier roles include positions at Dine Brands Global. Stewart was born in 1955 in United States and educated at Grossmont High School.

Julia A. Stewart is an American businesswoman and former chief executive of DineEquity, Inc., now known as Dine Brands Global Inc., a publicly traded food and beverage company based in Pasadena, California.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage has focused on Julia Stewart's acquisition of Applebee's through Dine Brands Global for $2.3 billion, reportedly after being passed over for the CEO role at the chain years earlier. The headlines emphasize Stewart's subsequent removal of her former boss following the takeover, framing the deal as a response to the earlier promotion denial. Earlier reporting highlighted Stewart's role leading IHOP's acquisition of Applebee's and her broader career in restaurant leadership.

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Born
August 4, 1955 · United States
Citizenship
United States
Education
Grossmont High School

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Julia Stewart: FAQ

Where did Julia Stewart work previously?
Earlier roles include Dine Brands Global (CEO, until 2017).
Where was Julia Stewart educated?
Julia Stewart studied at Grossmont High School.