

In the Top 35% of 2126 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
In the Top 50% of 270 Nearby Companies in Boston
1st place versus 5 competitors rated on Comparably
Dave joined Dunkin’ Brands in October 2016 as President, Dunkin’ U.S., overseeing all operations, marketing and development for the brand domestically. He was appointed to CEO in July 2018, where his responsibilities expanded to include Baskin–Robbins, as well as the international businesses of both Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins.
Prior to joining Dunkin’ Brands, Dave spent 22 years with McDonald’s Corporation, where he most recently served as President, High Growth Markets, an area that included China, South Korea, Russia and several additional European markets. From 2009 to 2015, he held various leadership roles as part of McDonald’s Asia Pacific Middle East Africa (APMEA), serving as President beginning in 2012 and overseeing the operations of 8,900 restaurants across 37 countries.
Dave began his career with McDonald’s as a crew member while in high school and later rejoined the company, post MBA, through its management training program. Prior to rejoining McDonald’s, he worked for Arthur Andersen.
Having lived or worked in over 40 different markets around the world, Dave has always been passionate about giving back to his local communities. He currently is actively involved in the Dunkin’ Brands Joy in Childhood Foundation, which partners with children’s hospitals, food banks, and nonprofit organizations across the country bringing joy to kids battling hunger or illness.
Dave earned a B.S. in accounting from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of Chicago.
Dave is drinkin’ a Dunkin’ Iced Macchiato and scoopin’ Baskin-Robbins Pralines ‘n Cream ice cream.
The CEO score provides an understanding of how employees feel about the CEO’s leadership style and effectiveness at Baskin Robbins.
Based on 103 ratings, Dave Hoffmann ranks right above Dairy Queen's CEO, Troy Bader.
Baskin Robbins' CEO is highly regarded by employees with 3 to 6 Years experience, the Sales department, and employees who have been at the company Less than 1 Year. However, African American/Black employees, Male employees, and Hispanic or Latino employees have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Overall, the CEO score has remained stable over the last 90 days.
Baskin Robbins ranks in the Top 35% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for CEO Rating Score.
Baskin Robbins ranks in the Top 50% of other companies in Boston for CEO Rating Score.
