Denny’s appointed restaurant industry veteran Alex Williams to serve as its sr. vice president, chief operating officer (COO). 

Williams' restaurant industry career spans decades and includes working in operations roles with Starbucks, McDonald's, Outback Steakhouse, Fleming's Steakhouse and Moe’s Southwest Grill. 

In his new role, Williams will oversee the day-to-day operational functions of Denny's business and “develop and execute a strategic vision for the operations of the Denny's brand.”