Dan Wheeler (Past Speaker)

A 30-year veteran of restaurant, CPG and retail marketing, Dan has a true passion for disruptive innovation that transforms companies and consumer experiences.

He currently channels this passion in his role as SVP, Marketing & Innovation at Wahlburgers, where he and his team are responsible for brand strategy, digital marketing, loyalty, communications and guest experience for one of the most well-known and fastest growing small chains in America.

Prior to joining Wahlburgers, Dan held several senior-level marketing and innovation positions at Dunkin’ Brands. Most recently, he served as the VP of Strategic Initiatives and Global Innovation, where he spearheaded the launch of game-changing new product, technology and experience platforms for both Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins. 

Dan also previously worked in a variety of client-side, agency and consulting roles, where he was responsible for delivering multi-channel marketing solutions for a diverse portfolio of restaurant, retail, packaged goods and hospitality brands.

Dan is a graduate of Boston College and lives with his wife, his dog Rosco and a mostly-empty nest of 4 children in Marshfield, Massachusetts.