Stephanie Sentell
About Stephanie Sentell
Stephanie Sentell serves as the Senior Vice President of Company Operations at Inspire Brands, where she leads equipment and engineering innovation. With extensive experience in the restaurant industry, she has held various leadership roles at Inspire Brands and Arby's Restaurant Group, focusing on operational excellence and marketing strategies.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Stephanie Sentell serves as the Senior Vice President of Company Operations at Inspire Brands. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the organization's operational strategies in Atlanta, Georgia. In her current role, she leads the development of equipment and engineering innovation and automation. She is responsible for enhancing operating models and business economics for the various brands under the Inspire Brands umbrella.
Previous Experience at Inspire Brands
Prior to her current role, Stephanie Sentell worked at Inspire Brands as the Senior Vice President of Restaurant Operations & Innovation from 2020 to 2023. During her tenure, she focused on improving restaurant operations and fostering innovation within the company. Her experience at Inspire Brands has been marked by a commitment to enhancing guest experiences and operational efficiency.
Career at Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc.
Stephanie Sentell has extensive experience with Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc., where she held multiple senior leadership positions. She served as the Senior Vice President of Restaurant Excellence from 2018 to 2020 and as the Senior Vice President of Product Development & Menu Delivery from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she was the Vice President of Brand Marketing from 2013 to 2016, and earlier, she was the Director of Marketing in 2012. Her roles involved overseeing various aspects of restaurant operations and marketing strategies.
Background in Marketing and Management
Stephanie Sentell's career began in marketing, where she worked as an Account Executive at Foote, Cone & Belding from 2000 to 2001. She transitioned to the restaurant industry, holding marketing roles at Dairy Queen, including Director of Marketing and Franchise Owner. Her educational background includes studying Marketing Communications at the University of Wisconsin, equipping her with the skills necessary for her leadership roles in the restaurant sector.
Leadership and Team Culture
In her various roles, Stephanie Sentell has fostered a team culture that emphasizes an entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking. She is passionate about delivering exceptional restaurant experiences for guests, partners, and team members. Her leadership style focuses on collaboration and driving operational excellence across the organizations she has been part of.