Bringing Fresh Talent to the Table
The restaurant industry is one of the most competitive sectors in hospitality and brands that aren’t extraordinary quickly lose ground. Yet when it comes to executive hiring, many organizations default to a narrow pool of “safe” candidates with familiar pedigrees. This approach often leads to homogenization at the top, missing out on bold, creative leaders who can set a brand apart.
Our perspective comes from real-world experience. Having sat on the operator’s side of the table, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities restaurant leaders face in this fast-moving industry. Our search approach is grounded in insight, ensuring every search is practical, strategic, and aligned to deliver leaders who can drive future growth.
Elevating Leadership in a Highly Competitive Restaurant Market
We help restaurants think beyond conventional hires. Through an operator’s lens, we understand what it takes to deliver results and are not afraid to introduce next-generation leaders—including talent from outside the industry—who can reimagine customer experience, brand growth, and operational excellence. With limited conflicts and a history of placing exceptional executives, we bring the right people to the table so your brand can thrive in a demanding marketplace.
Our approach to executive search is based on a real-world perspective, shaped by first-hand industry experience and deep networks across the restaurant sector. Whether you need proven executives, rising leaders, or development programs to strengthen your team, we deliver with fresh thinking and unmatched access to talent. Because we are highly selective in the clients we partner with, our three-tier service strategy allows us to go deeper, do more, and avoid the conflicts that limit other firms. This model enables us to support organizations from emerging concepts to global brands in securing the transformative talent they need to succeed across all functional areas, from CEOs and Board Members to Division leaders.
Franchise Leadership That Fuels Growth
Franchising brings together franchisors, franchisees, and investors, all with a stake in driving expansion and protecting brand value. With firsthand experience as operators, DHR Global understands the unique dynamics of this model and the leaders it requires. From emerging concepts to established systems across restaurants, fitness, personal services, automotive, and more, we help clients secure executives who can balance complexity and unlock sustainable growth.
David Mansbach
Managing Partner, Global Hospitality & Leisure
Based in New York, David brings three decades of experience in executive search, compensation consulting, and strategic advisory services for the hospitality, restaurant, and franchise industries. Recognized as a trusted partner to private equity firms, family offices, and owner-operators, David has built deep relationships with senior decision-makers and industry leaders across these sectors.