Stephen P. Joyce is the former CEO of Dine Brands Global and has a long history in the hospitality industry, notably from his time at Choice Hotels International, where he served as CEO from 2008 to 2021. With over 26...

Stephen P. Joyce is the former CEO of Dine Brands Global and has a long history in the hospitality industry, notably from his time at Choice Hotels International, where he served as CEO from 2008 to 2021. With over 26 years at Marriott International before joining Choice, he developed a deep understanding of hotel operations and growth strategies. Joyce is known for navigating the challenges that the travel industry faced during the pandemic, adjusting his company's focus to maintain resilience and performance under pressure. Interestingly, he experienced a significant drop in compensation in 2021, earning around $11 million after a peak of around $15.8 million in 2017. His approach emphasizes results; no bonuses or vested stocks were awarded during tough times, reflecting a commitment to aligning with the company's performance. Joyce's leadership style is straightforward, fostering a strong culture inside the companies he has led. His insights from years in the industry offer a grounded perspective on what it takes to succeed in rapidly changing environments.

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4. Compensation History

5. Other Dine Brands Global CEOs

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Stephen P. Joyce

Ex-CEO of Dine Brands Global

Education

Not specified

Field of Expertise

Business & Management

Sector of Economy

Consumer Cyclical

Born

January 1, 1965 - 60 years ago

CEO of Dine Brands Global for

3 years 4 months (Sep 2017 - Feb 2021)

Previous Experience

President and Chief Executive Officer of Choice Hotels International, Inc.

Rivals

Competitors/colleagues of Stephen P. Joyce

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Kevin Sheehan

CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment

2022 Compensation

Stock

$1.88M

Salary

$342.12K

Bonus

$794.75K

Other

$350.00

Total Holdings

$15.80M

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Jerry Morgan

CEO of Texas Roadhouse

2022 Compensation

Stock

$1.10M

Salary

$972.50K

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$2.98K

Total Holdings

$15.28M

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Wyman Roberts

CEO of Brinker International

2022 Compensation

Stock

$0.00

Salary

$0.00

Bonus

$0.00

Other

$0.00

Total Holdings

$37.29M

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Kelli Valade

CEO of Denny's Inc.

2023 Compensation

Stock

$1.21M

Salary

$905.96K

Bonus

$615.15K

Other

$72.91K

Total Holdings

$10.78M

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Ricardo Cardenas

CEO of Darden Restaurants

2023 Compensation

Stock

$3.80M

Salary

$1.10M

Bonus

$1.75M

Other

$471.17K

Total Holdings

$13.26M

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David Overton

Founder and CEO of Cheesecake Factory

2023 Compensation

Stock

$200.00K

Salary

$900.00K

Bonus

$250.00K

Other

$100.00K

Total Holdings

$17.10M

Holdings

See how much did Stephen P. Joyce make over time.

Stephen P. Joyce had notable fluctuations in his holdings as the CEO. His wealth peaked in late 2021, with his holdings valued at around $23.6 million in November 2021. He had consistently high holdings throughout 2020 and 2021, starting around...

Stephen P. Joyce had notable fluctuations in his holdings as the CEO. His wealth peaked in late 2021, with his holdings valued at around $23.6 million in November 2021. He had consistently high holdings throughout 2020 and 2021, starting around $14.4 million in September 2019 and rising steadily, reflecting confidence in his company's recovery post-COVID-19. However, by the end of 2023, his holdings showed a decrease, settling around $18.7 million. Such fluctuations draw attention to the volatility of equity-based compensation, especially in the hospitality sector, which was hit hard during the pandemic. Joyce's ability to maintain a significant stock value illustrates his tenure's influence and the importance of long-term strategic planning in his leadership.

Mar 17, 2025

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shares

CHH @ $132.38

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shares

DIN @ $24.42

Total Stock Sold

$38.90M

CHH

$38.90M

745,362 CHH shares

What if they kept their stock?

If Stephen P. Joyce didn't sell their stock, today they would have:
Extra CHH745,362 shares worth $53.85M.
This is 38.45% and $14.96M more than what they got when they sold the stock.

Charitable Transactions

CHH

12,051 shares

CHH

Recent Charitable Transactions

CHH

3,687 shares

CHH

Dec 7, 2016

Charity

CHH

1,094 shares

CHH

Jun 1, 2016

Charity

CHH

3,670 shares

CHH

Nov 4, 2015

Charity

CHH

3,600 shares

CHH

Dec 12, 2014

Charity

Insider Trading

See recent insider trades of Stephen P. Joyce.

CHH

$1.07M

CHH at $63.03/share

Jul 12, 2017

Sale

CHH

$2.77M

CHH at $62.88/share

Jul 10, 2017

Sale

DIN

$101.27K

DIN at $44.71/share

Jun 14, 2017

Purchase

CHH

16,810 shares

CHH

Feb 24, 2017

Received

CHH

$1.74M

CHH at $54.39/share

Dec 7, 2016

Sale

CHH

3,687 shares

CHH

Dec 7, 2016

Charity

CHH

$1.70M

CHH at $53.11/share

Dec 5, 2016

Sale

CHH

$1.07M

CHH at $50.18/share

Nov 14, 2016

Sale

CHH

$400.75K

CHH at $50.10/share

Nov 10, 2016

Sale

CHH

$130.00K

CHH at $50.00/share

Nov 9, 2016

Sale

Compensation History

See how much did Stephen P. Joyce make over time.

Stephen P. Joyce's compensation varied significantly during his time as CEO, reflecting the company's performance and the impact of external factors. In 2020, he earned over $11.1 million, buoyed by a performance bonus during the pandemic as a reward for his effective handling of a challenging period. However, stakes changed drastically in 2021 when his total compensation dropped due to unmet performance metrics, resulting in a total package of $11,153,040 without any bonuses or vested stock. His pay structure emphasizes pay-for-performance, which means that during hard times, he took a hit alongside the company. This approach reinforces the idea that leadership is about accountability and transparency in both good times and bad.

Year

2021

Total Compensation

$1.23M

Salary

$1.07M

Board Justification

The compensation philosophy emphasizes pay for performance, competitive pay to attract and retain talent, and alignment with long-term shareholder value.

Bonus

$0.00

Board Justification

No bonus was awarded in 2021 as the performance metrics were not met due to the pandemic's impact on the travel industry.

Other

$158.89K

Board Justification

Other compensation includes reimbursements for various benefits under the Flexible Perquisite Plan and other benefits.

Restricted Stock

$0.00(0 N/A)

Board Justification

No stock was vested in 2021 as the performance metrics for the previous grants were not achieved due to the pandemic.

Performance Metrics

The performance metrics for 2021 included operating income and strategic initiatives, which were not met due to the pandemic.

Other Dine Brands Global CEOs

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Richard J. Dahl

Ex-CEO of Dine Brands Global

March 2017 - September 2017

Vance Y. Chang

CEO of Dine Brands Global

June 2021 - Present