Meet the Freddy’s Franchise Leadership team

Chris Dull, CEO

Chris Dull, Operating Board Member with Freddy’s since March 2021, is the CEO of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. Chris brings over 20 years of experience working with franchise brands and brings strong leadership, strategy, and operations skills to the table. The former President and CEO of Global Franchise Group and two-time Iron Man finisher is also an active member of the International Franchise Association and has received the distinction of Certified Franchise Executive.

Hear from CEO Chris Dull on why Freddy’s is an appetizing franchise to own.

Favorite Freddy’s meal: Double Steakburger California style with bacon, pickles and mayo, onion rings and a vanilla shake with strawberries

Chris Dull, CEO

Andrew Thengvall, Chief Development Officer & Chief Legal Officer

Andrew Thengvall is the Chief Development Officer & Chief Legal Officer of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. He is responsible for new market expansion, development, construction, and real estate, as well as handling all the company’s legal affairs. Prior to Freddy’s, Andrew worked as Chief Counsel for a privately held multinational conglomerate. Andrew holds three degrees from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln; he earned a Juris Doctorate, with distinction, in May 2003, a Master of Business Administration in August 2003, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in May 1997.

Favorite Freddy’s meal: California Style Double Combo.

Bill Valentas, Chief Financial Officer

Bill Valentas is the Chief Financial Officer of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. He oversees day-to-day proceedings of the finance, accounting, and IT departments and is credited with implementing business-intelligence software that collects and streamlines data for convenient interpretation. Prior to Freddy’s, Valentas worked nearly 20 years in the financial realm, most recently as CFO and COO for MoJack Distributors, LLC, a product and sales distribution company. Valentas’ restaurant-industry experience includes SVP and COO of Shared Services with LS Management, a restaurant business that oversees 325 locations, including Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon, Texas Land & Cattle Steak House, Sullivan’s Steakhouse, and Del Frisco’s Steak House. Valentas earned an accounting degree from Saint Xavier University in Chicago, Ill., and a Master of Science in Taxation from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.

Favorite Freddy’s meal: Patty Melt with grilled jalapenos, cheese curds and a chocolate & peanut butter shake.

Bill Valentas

Erin Walter, Chief Marketing Officer

Erin Walter is the Chief Marketing Officer at Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, leading strategic marketing initiatives and execution. Erin is responsible for all brand marketing, including strategy, creative, media and digital. Additionally, she is responsible for product development & menu innovation, communications, grand opening and local store marketing programs as well as digital guest hospitality. She is passionate about growing brands and teams. Her background includes 20 years in the franchise restaurant industry with chains like Round Table Pizza, Marble Slab Creamery and Great American Cookies. 

Favorite Freddy’s meal: The Grilled Cheese steakburger with a side of tots, cheese curds or Freddy’s Kettle Potato Chips. ANY custard treat is always a good idea, too!

Erin Walter, Chief Marketing Officer

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