Hershey Recruits Collab-Loving Wendy's Boss as New CEO
Kirk Tanner, who brought spicy Takis toppings and SpongeBob SquarePants to Wendy's as its chief executive, is departing the burger chain to take the top role at Hershey.
Tanner will succeed Michele Buck as president and CEO of the Hershey, Pa., chocolate company, effective Aug. 18.
Buck, who disclosed her intention to retire earlier this year, will work with Tanner in a senior advisory capacity to aid the transition, Hershey said Tuesday. Hershey's shares declined 3% to $170.23 in midday trading...
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