Wendy’s Names Interim CEO Amid Leadership Changes
Wendy’s announced the appointment of its Interim CEO Tuesday, following reports of its current President and CEO, Kirk Tanner's resignation. Tanner will depart for The Hershey Company effective July 18.
In response, the Wendy’s Board of Directors has launched a comprehensive search process to identify a permanent CEO.
Meanwhile, Chief Financial Officer Ken Cook has been appointed by the Board to serve as Interim CEO until Tanner’s successor is in place.
"It has been a privilege to lead Wendy's, an iconic brand, and I leave with a sense of gratitude...
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