Dave Burness is one of Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd's most awarded Franchisees, having twice built multi-unit franchise businesses in Australia.
Dave started in the pizza business in 1991 with Brisbane-based Silvio's Dial-A-Pizza while studying at University. He subsequently grew through the Domino's ranks to become the Head of Training in 1994. In 1995 Dave became a franchisee for the first time, building his network to seven stores, before selling those stores in 2006 to serve as Chief Operating Officer of Domino's Netherlands, where he helped to establish the foundations of that business's success today.
Dave and his family returned to Australia in 2007 and again built a multi-unit franchise, continuing as one of Domino's most awarded franchisees. He has won Franchisee of the Year, Highest Sales Award, Franchisee Development Award, seven Domino's Rolex Challenge Awards, and five Domino's Leadership Eagle Awards, including the inaugural Global Golden Eagle.
He considers the most rewarding part of his franchising career to be the growth he has fostered among young team members, including the 14 who have become successful franchisees themselves.
The key to that growth has been a range of programs he has designed and delivered that teach core skills, recognise and develop talent, as well as a Manager sponsorship program to help Managers become Franchisees. This program has seen employees grow from part-time team members to store managers to successful multi-unit entrepeneurs.
"I'm passionate about working with Managers and Franchisees to share lessons they can apply to grow themselves and their business. The methods and tools we have designed teach people the art of entrepeneurial spirit and team building."
Dave's core strength and skill is being a coach and trainer !
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Testimonials
"We would like to express our sincere appreciation for David Burness' recent presentation to our McGrath Sunshine Coast team. As a successful high performer, his business acumen and insightful viewpoints truly resonated with us, providing a fresh outlook on our strategies for success.
David's presentation was a perfect blend of informative content and engaging delivery. His ability to simplify intricate concepts ensured that everyone could grasp and apply the knowledge shared. The value of his insights cannot be overstated; they are poised to steer our growth in the right direction.
What set David apart was his dynamic and interactive approach. He effortlessly fostered an environment of participation, sparking meaningful discussions that enriched the experience. His passion for customer fanaticism was palpable and infectious, leaving us motivated and excited to implement his teachings. The interactive elements added an extra dimension to the learning, making the lessons stick.
In summary, David Burness came across as a really down to earth keynote speaker who engaged beautifully with our group. An all round nice guy, his insights, coupled with his dynamic style, have reinvigorated our team's mindset and approach. We wholeheartedly recommend David's expertise to anyone ready to elevate their strategies and achieve tangible results."
Kind Regards,
Chris Pace & Damien Michael
Co-Principals
McGrath Sunshine Coast
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“David's presence at our National Franchise Conference for Solomons Flooring and Carpet Call was truly impactful. His presentation centred around the theme of "We're in the people business" which struck a chord with every attendee present. What sets David apart is his remarkable ability to convey the message that transcends the specifics of any product or service, stretching far beyond the realm of pizza. His mastery in communication illuminated the fact that the principles he shared are universally applicable to any business product or service. Everyone in attendance walked away from David's presentation with invaluable insights that they could integrate into their own flooring and window furnishing businesses. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend David to anyone who is looking for a keynote speaker who can deliver a presentation that will leave them inspired for a long time to come.” – Jack McClane, National Franchise Manager, Floor Stores Franchising."
Regards
Jack McClane
National Franchise Manager
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“We had Dave present a business session at our inaugural Top Ten Performance Summit. Everyone in the room that day was inspired and energised and called it one of our best meetings ever. Dave’s knowledge and passion were infectious and not only did everyone take home some immediate actions for their business, but we also learned some strategies to take the whole business forward. Even though we are in the construction business and Dave was in the food business, there was no barrier at all, and the topics talked about covered our industry flawlessly. I would highly recommend Dave for any high-performance business and leadership engagements you require”.
Leigh Wallis, Managing Director (Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions)
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“Dave from Growth Zone Coaching delivered a truly engaging and insightful presentation on the "growth mindset." The course materials were all bespoke to our business and highly relatable. His ability to connect with the finance team was exceptional, creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment. The practical strategies and inspiring anecdotes shared during the session have already had a positive impact on our team's approach to challenges and opportunities. We highly recommend Dave's services to any organization.”
Rob Gray, Head of Finance and Business Performance, Affinity Education Group