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Wendy’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), open to all Company Restaurant Support employees, heighten opportunities to celebrate diverse backgrounds, empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work and offer leadership and professional development opportunities. Recently, members of the Asia-Pacific, Middle East, & Africa (APMEA) chapter of our Women of Wendy’s Employee Resource Group (WOW), led by Co-Chairs Sinem Sayar Teoman and Paula Romero Aznar, took part in the MENA Women Leadership Summit. They had the chance to learn from and connect with women shaping the future of leadership in the Middle East and engage in meaningful conversations on gender equality, economic diversification, and societal progress in the region. This is just one example of the many ways our ERGs support the personal and professional growth of our team members around the globe!

Congrats grads! We recently celebrated the graduation of our fourth cohort from WeLEAD: a leadership program that emphasizes Wendy’s “people first” approach to business so that participants graduate ready to make a difference. During the last five months, WeLEAD participants completed a set of in-person and virtual learning experiences, including in-restaurant training and a 360 feedback exercise, and presented a final group project that focused on what they learned during the program and how they’ll apply it to their role with the brand. And throughout the program, they also received coaching and support from a dedicated group of Wendy’s leaders who served as program sponsors. We can’t wait to see what this group will accomplish next!

Calling all Irish Wendy’s fans! We’re excited to announce a partnership with Corrib Oil Company ULC to bring Wendy’s restaurants to Ireland. Corrib plans to open 10 Wendy’s restaurants across the country between 2025-2027. We can’t wait for you to experience Wendy’s fresh famous food soon in a location near you!

This week, Wendy’s Veterans Employee Resource Group (WeVets) proudly celebrated the U.S. military community’s service and sacrifice. From honoring customers and crew members at our restaurants to hosting a celebratory breakfast with the USO at our Restaurant Support Center, we shared our gratitude in many ways. We also partnered with Honor Flight Columbus, where WeVets Member Nathan Huffman and Executive Sponsor Adam Holland served as guardians alongside veterans on a meaningful journey to Washington, D.C., for a day of honor and reflection on the National Mall. Today and always, we salute our veterans for their unwavering commitment to protecting our freedom and values.

In recognition of Founder’s Week, Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer Liliana Esposito hosted a conversation at our headquarters in Dublin, OH with franchisee and founding daughter, Wendy Thomas. Wendy shared stories about her history with the brand, memories of her father, Dave Thomas, and thoughts on the future of Wendy’s. She even brought THE original dress she wore at the very first restaurant opening nearly 55 years ago. From creating the modern-day pick-up window to establishing the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, our brand and the communities we serve continue to benefit from the legacy he left behind. 

Every November, the Wendy’s family comes together to celebrate our founder, Dave Thomas and renew our commitment to the Brand values. Dave was a man of few words, but when he spoke – people listened. He lived by a set of values that incorporated quality, integrity, respect, opportunity and responsibility. These same values have been the foundation of our Wendy’s culture for nearly 55 years. This week is Founder’s Week at Wendy’s and to kick things off, President & CEO Kirk Tanner recently shared what the values mean to him and why it’s so important to come together each year to reflect and celebrate our combined successes. Watch the video below.

In honor and recognition of U.S. veterans and active-duty military members, Wendy’s is offering a free breakfast combo on Veterans Day, November 11. Choose from any of our savory breakfast sandwiches, complete with small seasoned potatoes and a beverage, no purchase is required! Read more about the deal in the article below.  

We’re thrilled to share that Wendy’s Information Security team has been recognized as one of the world’s Top 50 by ONCON! This honor highlights the dedication, innovation, and leadership of the team in safeguarding the security of our customers, employees and brand across the globe. The recognition is a testament to the hard work of the team who constantly drive excellence and champion security across our System. Well done CISO Adam Holland, Ilija Vadjon, CISSP, CISA, PCI ISA and CIO Matt Spessard. 

Today we shared our third quarter earnings results, demonstrating continued global systemwide and same-restaurant sales growth and holding dollar and traffic share within the QSR burger category. We saw strong sales in breakfast, double-digit growth in our digital business, and we remain on track to meet our goal of opening 250-300 new restaurants by the end of this year. https://lnkd.in/gwTGzSs9

Have you tried Wendy’s Krabby Patty Kollab meal yet? In partnership with Paramount, two of the most iconic squares in pop culture are bringing the best of Bikini Bottom to land for “SpongeBob SquarePants” fans and Wendy’s customers alike! Order Wendy’s Krabby Patty Kollab meal in-restaurant or in-app. While there, uncover the interactive Krabby Patty Kollab in-app game to earn 600 BONUS points!