Lance Salsman

Lance Salsman has over 23 years of experience in the food industry, primarily in pizza and fast-food chains. Lance has held various managerial roles, starting as a Restaurant General Manager at Pizza Hut in 1998. Lance later became a District Manager at Pizza Hut and Taco Bell, overseeing multiple locations. Starting in 2013, Lance took on the role of Franchise Business Consultant at Taco Bell, where they provided coaching and support to franchisees. Lance then transitioned to Director of Company Operations, responsible for overseeing operations and developing strategies for Taco Bell restaurants. In 2018, Lance joined Cicis Pizza as a Franchise Business Director, managing 37 franchisees and ensuring proper brand representation. Lance was later promoted to Senior Director of Franchise Operations, leading a team of consultants and overseeing operations and growth for over 160 franchise partners. Currently, Lance is the Vice President of Global Franchise Operations at Blaze Pizza, where they lead all aspects of franchise restaurant operations and business consulting across multiple states and countries. Lance is responsible for ensuring brand standard adherence, conducting operational assessments, and fostering positive relationships with franchisees. Additionally, Lance has experience in training, coaching, and supporting new and current franchise owners, as well as enhancing restaurant designs for efficiency.

Lance Salsman has pursued a degree in Business Administration from Guild University. Lance has also studied Business Administration and Management at Butler Community College. No specific start or end years are provided for either educational institution.