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Wendy's rejected an unsolicited $7.35-per-share cash acquisition proposal from Trian Fund Management, citing undervaluation of the company.

Wendy's rejects a $1.4 billion takeover bid from Trian, Flynn Group, BlueFive Capital, and Sixth Street Partners, adopting a poison pill instead.

The Wendy's Company appoints Steve Cirulis as its new chief financial officer and chief strategy officer.

The former Potbelly executive joins Wendy’s senior leadership team to lead financial and strategy functions following a successful brand turnaround.

The Wendy’s Company has named former Potbelly executive Steve Cirulis as its new CFO and CSO, effective June 2026, succeeding Ken Cook.

DUBLIN, Ohio, June 23, 2026 // PRNewswire // --The Wendy's Company today announced the appointment of Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026.

Wendy's appoints Robert D. Wright as its new president and CEO, effective May 21, with Wright also joining the board.

- Quick Service - Executives - News Bob Wright returns to Wendy’s as its CEO Wright, who spent years at the fast-food chain, had previously been the CEO of the sandwich chain Potbe

Industry veteran Bob Wright returns to the fast-food giant to focus on operational excellence and strengthening the financial model for the brand's franchisees.

DUBLIN, Ohio, May 20, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- The Wendy's Company ("Wendy's" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Robert D.

Wendy’s undergoes a transition at its top leadership position, with president and CEO Kirk Tanner departing to become president and CEO of The Hershey Company, and Ken Cook being appointed as interim CEO.

The Wendy's Company today announced that Kirk Tanner, President and Chief Executive Officer, is leaving to become the President and CEO at The Hershey Company and will depart The Wendy's…