Nicolas Boudet

Nicolas Boudet

Chief Operating Officer, Dairy Queen | Global Brand Builder | NACD Certified Board Director

Dairy QueenBloomington, Minnesota, United States

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Experience29+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Nicolas Boudet is a seasoned senior executive with global experience in leading and growing consumer facing brands across quick-service restaurant and hospitality sectors. He is the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of International Dairy Queen (IDQ), a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway that operates more than 7,000 locations in over 20 countries. In his current role, Nicolas oversees all aspects of IDQ's international business, including operations, franchise development, supply chain, and marketing. He is responsible for driving the strategic vision, performance, and expansion of the Dairy Queen brand outside the United States and Canada. Nicolas has a proven track record of delivering results, innovation, and customer satisfaction. He is also a holder of the NACD Directorship Certification®. Nicolas is passionate about creating value for all stakeholders and advancing the global presence and impact of Dairy Queen.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Sep 2022–Present· 4 yrs
    • Chief Operating OfficerCurrent
      Sep 2022–Present
  • Aug 2023–Jun 2024· 10 mos
    • Member, Board of Directors
      Aug 2023–Jun 2024
  • Oct 2017–Sep 2022· 4 yrs 11 mos
    • President International & SVP Global Development
      Sep 2021–Sep 2022
    • President, International
      Sep 2018–Sep 2021
    • Management Consultant, General
      Oct 2017–Sep 2018
  • Mar 2015–Aug 2017· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • EVP Group President - International
      Mar 2015–Aug 2017
  • Jun 2012–Feb 2015· 2 yrs 8 mos
    • Chief Development Officer US - Head of Franchising
      Jun 2012–Feb 2015
  • Jul 2008–Jun 2012· 3 yrs 11 mos
    • Chief Development Officer Latin America & Caribbean
      Jul 2008–Jun 2012
  • Oct 2005–May 2008· 2 yrs 7 mos
    • SVP Real Estate
      Oct 2005–May 2008
  • Aug 2004–Sep 2005· 1 yr 1 mo
    • VP Joint Venture Real Estate
      Aug 2004–Sep 2005
  • Sep 1999–May 2004· 4 yrs 8 mos
    • VP Acquisitions & Development
      Sep 1999–May 2004
  • Aug 1997–Sep 1999· 2 yrs 1 mo
    • Associate
      Aug 1997–Sep 1999

Education

Consumer Marketing Strategy - Exec Ed module

Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

MBA

Hospitality Administration

ESSEC Business School

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Vice Chair & President
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Hotel ManagementBoard GovernanceResortsMergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Real EstateHotelsLeisureFinancial AnalysisRestructuringDivestituresFood & BeverageBusiness AnalysisHospitalityHospitality IndustryRestaurantsReal Estate DevelopmentRetailBoard of DirectorsMergersJoint Ventures