Darryl Bearer
About Darryl Bearer
Darryl Bearer serves as the Director of International Development for APMEA at The Wendy's Company, bringing extensive experience in restaurant franchise negotiation and real estate acquisition. His career spans several leadership roles in the food and beverage industry across various regions, including the Middle East and Australia.
Current Role at Wendy's
Darryl Bearer serves as the Director of International Development for APMEA (Asia, Pacific, Middle East, Africa) at The Wendy's Company. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's growth in the region. His responsibilities include overseeing franchise negotiations and acquisitions, as well as developing market strategies tailored to diverse regional needs.
Previous Experience in the Food Industry
Darryl Bearer has a robust background in the food industry, having worked in various managerial roles. He was the Group General Manager at Landmark Group's Foodmark from 2012 to 2013 and at National Holding's Food Quest LLC from 2014 to 2015, both in the United Arab Emirates. Earlier, he served as Operations Manager at Collins Foods Limited in Australia for 12 years, and as Franchise Operations Director for Costa Coffee in the MENA region from 2005 to 2008.
Expertise in Franchise Development
Darryl Bearer possesses extensive expertise in restaurant franchise negotiation and acquisition across multiple regions. He has experience in creating franchise systems and agreements, which has been pivotal in his roles throughout his career. His work involves conducting market research and feasibility studies to support new ventures in the food and beverage sector.
Real Estate and Market Strategy Skills
Darryl Bearer has significant expertise in real estate acquisition for retail, commercial, and industrial purposes. He has developed channel strategies and market mapping for diverse markets, ensuring that business initiatives align with regional demands. His ability to engineer menus and develop supply chain solutions further supports operational efficiency in food operations.
Leadership and Organizational Development
Throughout his career, Darryl Bearer has led organizational structures and executive recruitment initiatives. His leadership experience is complemented by his involvement in restaurant concept design and brand development, which has contributed to the success of various food and beverage brands in competitive markets.