SLAM Leadership
Meet the Board of Directors Leading Through Stewardship
SLAM’s Board of Directors reflects the strength of the cooperative itself, a diverse group of franchisee representatives, Denny’s leaders, and industry professionals working together with a shared commitment to serving our members Through thoughtful governance and strategic leadership, the Board helps shape the cooperative’s future while ensuring every decision supports the long-term success of the Denny’s franchise system for generations to come.
Chairperson
Clyde Rucker
TX and FL
Vice Chair
Kevin Coveney
OH
Secretary
David Beshay
AZ, CA, WA
Treasurer
Jim Wainwright
WY
Representing
Denny’s Inc
Christopher D. Bode
SC
Representing
Denny’s Inc
Delia Barceló
SC
Representing
DFA
Sam Wilensky
MS
Franchisee
Daniel Boose
CA
Franchisee
Dawn LaFreeda
AR, IL, KS, MO, OK, TX
Franchisee
John Metz
FL, GA, VA, IL, IA
Franchisee
Adam Stine
AR
Franchisee
Frank Rivera
FL