Wendy's appoints new CEO.

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    "title": "Wendy's appoints new CEO.",
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    "contact": "Robert D. Wright",
    "excerpt": "Wendy's appoints new CEO.\n\n05.21.2026\n\nDUBLIN, OHIO - The Wendy's Co. has named Robert \"Bob\" Wright as Wendy's president and chief executive officer, effective May 21. Wright also will join the company's Board of Directors.\n\nWright takes over for interim CEO and chief financial officer Ken Cook, who has served in the interim role since July 2025, taking over for Kirk Tanner, who left Wendy's to become president and CEO of The Hershey Co. Cook will remain with Wendy's as the company's CFO.\n\nWright was most recently president and CEO of Potbelly Corporation, where, according to Wendy's, he led a period of meaningful growth, expanding the brand's footprint and developing one of the fastest-growing digital platforms in the restaurant industry. Prior to Potbelly, Wright held multiple senior leadership roles at Wendy's, including executive vice president and chief operations officer. Wright also held leadership positions at Charleys Philly Steaks, Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. and Domino's Pizza, Inc.\n\n\"Following a thorough and comprehensive search, the Board is confident that Bob is the right leader to guide Wendy's into its next chapter, and we are excited to welcome him back to the Wendy's team,\" said Art Winkleblack, chairman of the board. \"He is a proven operator and brand builder with deep industry expertise and a results-driven approach that aligns with our strategic...",
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