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= Nigel Travis=

Mr. Nigel Travis has been the CEO of Dunkin' Brands Group since January 2009. He also serves as the Managing Director of Nigel Travis Enterprises Limited. Mr. Travis has served the Board at numerous other organizations such as, Papa John's International, Blockbuster among others.

Early Life
Nigel was born in East London into an entrepreneurial family. His dad had several businesses including a twine and rope wholesaling business and a toy distribution business.

When he was 18 he started working as a disc jockey.

Early Career
Nigel earned his degree in human resources and continued to work in the field for 20 years. In 2001, Nigel was named by Blockbuster Inc. as President and Chief Operating Officer. He worked there for four years until 2005 when he was hired by Papa John’s Pizza to serve as their President and CEO.

Dunkin' Brands Group
In 2008, Nigel was hired by Dunkin’ Brands Group to lead as their CEO. . In 2014, Nigel’s compensation doubled compared to $4.3M in 2013. During Nigel’s time at Dunkin’ Brands, the company added 3,300 new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins restaurants.

In 2010, Nigel voiced his vision to continually expand Dunkin’ Brand’s presence in southeast United States and also internationally. He stated that China was a major focus. Nigel was outspoken about minimum wage laws. He criticize New York’s recommendation of a $15 minimum wage.

Personal Life
Nigel has been a big fan of UK soccer team Leyton Orient since he was a boy.