Who Owns In-N-Out Burger?
Lynsi Snyder, the granddaughter of founders Harry and Esther Snyder. She is the company’s president and has been its sole owner since 2017. In-N-Out has never franchised or gone public.
A family company since 1948
Harry and Esther Snyder opened the first In-N-Out in Baldwin Park, California in 1948. It was one of the first drive thru hamburger stands in the state, using a two way speaker so customers could order without leaving the car. Leadership passed to their sons Rich and Guy, and after both died young, ownership moved through a family trust to Lynsi.
| Year | What happened |
|---|---|
| 1948 | Harry and Esther Snyder open the first In-N-Out in Baldwin Park |
| 1976 | Son Rich Snyder takes over and begins expanding |
| 1993 | Rich dies in a plane crash and brother Guy takes over |
| 1999 | Guy Snyder dies and the company passes into a family trust |
| 2010 | Lynsi Snyder becomes president |
| 2017 | Lynsi gains full ownership at age 35 |
Why In-N-Out will not franchise
Every In-N-Out is company owned so the family can control quality. The chain uses fresh beef, never frozen, made at its own facilities, which is why it only expands within driving distance of its distribution centers. Lynsi Snyder has said publicly that she intends to keep it private and in the family.
Where In-N-Out is based
The company is headquartered in Irvine, California. See Double-Double, combo and secret menu prices on the In-N-Out menu.
Related Questions
Who is the owner of In-N-Out?
Lynsi Snyder, granddaughter of the founders, who has owned the company outright since 2017.
Is In-N-Out publicly traded?
No. In-N-Out is a private, family owned company.
Does In-N-Out franchise?
No. Every In-N-Out restaurant is owned and run by the company.
Who founded In-N-Out?
Harry and Esther Snyder, who opened the first restaurant in Baldwin Park, California in 1948.
Will In-N-Out ever be sold?
Lynsi Snyder has said she has no plans to sell the company or take it public.
Where is In-N-Out headquartered?
Irvine, California.
More on In-N-Out
About this guide. USA Food Menu is an independent reference site and is not affiliated with In-N-Out Burgers. Company details come from public sources. See current prices on the In-N-Out menu.
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