Meet Our Arby’s Brand President, Aaron Kirkman. Aaron has been with Flynn Group for 12 years and recently stepped into the Brand President role for Arby’s. He leads with a people-first mindset and a strong belief that performance starts with strong teams, accountability, and staying close to the business. One lesson that continues to guide Aaron is simple and sharp: “Don’t get caught reading your own headlines.” That mindset keeps him grounded and focused on what matters most, supporting the team, building relationships, and always looking for ways to improve. Aaron shared that the Flynn value that resonates most with him is Win as One. He sees that come to life every day through trust, alignment, and the shared commitment teams bring to getting results together. Thank you, Aaron, for your leadership and for the impact you continue to make across Flynn Arby’s.
During Employee Appreciation Week, Greg Flynn visited several Flynn Group Wendy’s restaurants to recognize team members for everything they do each day. Moments like this matter. Taking the time to connect directly with restaurant teams, celebrate their hard work, and show appreciation is a huge part of what makes Flynn Group special. Our people truly are the heart of the business.
Applebee’s and Panera together in Florida? Talk about a powerhouse combo! It’s always great getting to see leaders from different Flynn Group brands come together to collaborate, share ideas, and learn from each other. Events like this are such a good reminder that while each brand has its own identity and strengths, we’re all ultimately working toward the same goal - building strong teams, developing great leaders, and creating the best possible experience for our people and guests. Looking forward to seeing the continued impact these leaders make as they bring new ideas and energy back to their markets.
Flynn Wendy's celebrated the grand reopening of Olivia Way in Indianapolis! A sincere thank you to our incredible team, leadership, and everyone who joined us to make the event such a success. From outstanding guest service to the fun activities and giveaways, the day was a great reflection of teamwork, dedication, and community.
Meet Our Applebee’s Brand President, Dan Krebsbach. Dan has been with the Applebee’s brand for 38 years and with Flynn Group for 28 years, since the beginning. He was drawn to Applebee’s early on by its energy, teamwork, and growing momentum, and those same qualities still matter to how he leads today. Dan describes his leadership style as supportive, hands-on, and centered on serving his team. He believes strong listening is essential, and that leaders need to keep learning from the people around them. He also places real value on recognition, whether through a phone call, face-to-face appreciation, or celebrating great work in front of peers. When asked what continues to guide him, Dan shared a mindset that reflects both resilience and optimism: “There is always an answer to the problems and challenges you face. Never give up on the opportunity to make something better.” That approach shows up in the way he develops people, supports operators, and keeps teams focused on improvement.
We’re excited to announce the reopening of two Flynn Applebee’s locations in Marion, IN and Cranston, RI. The dedication, teamwork, and hard work from everyone involved in bringing these restaurants back to life is a true example of how we Win As One. We’re off to an incredible start, and this momentum is just the beginning. Best wishes to both opening management teams as they lead these restaurants into a successful new chapter!
Congratulations to Jeremy Onstott on being named General Manager of the Year for the Flynn Pizza Hut Ozark Market! This recognition is a direct reflection of what strong leadership looks like in action - driving operational consistency, developing teams, and delivering a high-quality guest experience day in and day out. Momentum like this doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built. And we’re just getting started!
Flynn Taco Bell is excited to announce the opening of our 86th Street restaurant in Indianapolis, IN! It is a former bank conversion affording us much improved accessibility for our guests. Special recognition to our hard-working Operations, Real Estate, Procurement, Construction and Design Teams for their help in making this a reality.
Flynn Group’s Taco Bell General Managers recently gathered for their GM conference, bringing together leaders from across our markets for a focused time of alignment, development, and collaboration. From sharing best practices to strengthening leadership capabilities, this group continues to raise the bar across our restaurants. We’re proud to invest in our people and create opportunities that fuel both performance and culture. Together, we continue to Win as One.
The Cleveland Support Center had the opportunity to host Greg Flynn, including a lunch with members of the Women Empowerment Network. It was a great chance to connect, share perspectives, and continue conversations around growth and inclusion across our teams. #flynngroup #recipeforpremier #ownit
