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Dan Stone, CFE

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Chief Business Officer at The Melting Pot Restaurants
📍 Clearwater, Florida, United States

Dan Stone is a driven senior executive with over 30 years in the hospitality industry, currently serving as the Chief Business Officer for The Melting Pot. A Penn State graduate with a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) certification, he specializes in franchising, strategic planning, and concept development. Colleagues describe him as detail-oriented, organized, and intelligent.

Dan is a passionate supporter of St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, personally engaging in fundraising campaigns for the organization. He maintains a strong connection to his alma mater, Penn State University, where he has been recognized for his professional achievements and is an active member of the alumni community.

He was the second-youngest alumnus to receive the prestigious Alumni Industry Achievement Award from the Penn State Hotel & Restaurant Society.

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Experience
27 Years
Current Role
Chief Business Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Clearwater, Florida, United States
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Franchise Growth
He has extensive experience launching and expanding domestic and international franchise programs for established and startup restaurant brands like The Melting Pot and Burger 21.
Brand Modernization
He is leading The Melting Pot's "Evolution" initiative, a system-wide remodel to create a more modern, open, and bar-centric dining experience to attract new customers.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Chief Business Officer
The Melting Pot Restaurants
4-2019 - 3-2025
Chief Operating & Development Officer
The Melting Pot Restaurants
4-2015 - 4-2019
Chief Business & People Development Officer
The Melting Pot Restaurants
5-2011 - 4-2015
Vice President of Franchise Development
The Melting Pot Restaurants
11-2010 - 1-2015
Vice President of Franchise Development
Burger 21
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Education
1995 - 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Penn State University
1991 - 1995
High School
Methacton High School
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