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Wendy’s Appoints Robert D. Wright as President and Chief Executive Officer

PUBLIC · WENMay 20, 2026

Position

President

Company

Wendy's

Robert D. Wright
DublinFood and BeverageHospitalityE Commerce

Description

The Wendy’s Company announces the appointment of Robert D. Wright as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 21, 2026. Wright returns to Wendy’s with extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in the restaurant industry.

Quick answer

Wendy’s Appoints Robert D. Wright as President and Chief Executive Officer (May 20, 2026). Wendy's is based in Dublin, Ohio, United States.

Who is the new President at Wendy's?
Wendy's named Robert D. Wright President, announced May 20, 2026.
What did Wendy's announce on May 20, 2026?
The Wendy’s Company announces the appointment of Robert D. Wright as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 21, 2026. Wright returns to Wendy’s with extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in the restaurant industry.
What does Wendy's do?
Hollys and jollys. Trimmings and trappings.
Where is Wendy's based?
Wendy's is based in Dublin, Ohio, United States.
Which similar companies made leadership changes around the same time?
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill (April 8, 2026), The Wendy's Company (May 20, 2026), Coastal Villages Region Fund (May 21, 2026) and Devyani International (May 19, 2026) also announced leadership changes within 45 days of Wendy's.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

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Executive moves at companies in the same sectors within 45 days, from Fundz verified event records.

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Company Information

Company

Wendy's

Location

One Dave Thomas Blvd

Dublin, Ohio, United States

About

Hollys and jollys. Trimmings and trappings. Comforts and joys. The holidays can be busy. So remember to make some Frosty Time for yourself. The return of our Peppermint Frosty is the perfect treat to make your season merry and bright. And right now when you order any Small or larger Frosty or Frosty Cream Cold Brew, you get 20% OFF your order from our in-app offer. Offer valid for a limited time only at participating U.S. Wendy’s. Offer must be redeemed in the Wendy’s App or order.wendys.com. Account registration required. Terms apply.

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