Tony Pavese

Chief Operating Officer, International

Tony Pavese was appointed Chief Operating Officer, International for Dunkin' Donuts in January 2008. In his new role, Mr. Pavese is applying his significant experience in developing international markets to expanding the Dunkin' Donuts brand in key strategic global markets, with a specific focus on brand growth in China.

A 30-year veteran of the food service industry, Mr. Pavese joined Dunkin' Brands in 2004 as Vice President of International Asia-Pacific for Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin' Donuts. In this role, Mr. Pavese helped to both re-energize and further establish both brands' Asia-Pacific business, positioning Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin' Donuts as rapidly-emerging players on the global stage.

Prior to joining Dunkin' Brands, Mr. Pavese spent 20 years with AFC Enterprises, which culminated in his serving as Chief Operating Officer for Popeyes International. As Vice-President, International, he established the International Division in 1988 for Popeyes, Church's Chicken and Texas Chicken, leading to the opening of more than 500 restaurants in 26 countries on four continents. AFC Enterprises enjoyed continued hearty growth during Mr. Pavese's tenure and as Chief Operating Officer, adding the Cinnabon and SBC brands, he led the development of the company into an esteemed international organization. Mr.Pavese also served as Vice-President of Operations for Black Angus Steak House.

Mr. Pavese earned an associate's degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management from Sullivan County Community College in Loch Sheldrake, NY. He sits on the Board of Directors of B-R Korea Co. LTD, BR 31 Ice Cream Co. LTD, and Baskin-Robbins Australia Party, LLC.