Dine Brands Global

Dine Brands Global is one of the world's largest full-service dining companies and the parent organization of iconic restaurant brands including Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy's Taco Shop. Headquartered in Pasadena, California, the company operates almost entirely through a franchise model, overseeing thousands of locations across North America and several international markets. While the company operates in the consumer discretionary sector rather than life sciences, it maintains a massive global footprint in the hospitality and food service industries. Its business strategy focuses on brand development, digital innovation in food service, and the expansion of its casual and family dining portfolios.