The Wendy's company

The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ: WEN) is the world’s third largest quick-service hamburger company with more than 6,500 franchise and Company restaurants in the U.S. and 27 other countries and U.S. territories worldwide with system wide sales over $8 billion. Wendy's has undergone a recent brand transformation under the leadership of President and CEO, Emil Brolick. Brolick is leading a change initiative at Wendy’s by elevating the company’s performance through new hires, restaurant “image activation” and “people activation.” The iconic founder of Wendy’s, Dave Thomas, espoused the importance of personal values that remain an integral part of the company and a key ingredient in the conduct of business. This cultural legacy is centered on caring, sensitivity, warmth & kindness, mutual respect, and giving back to the community. The Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption is one of many lasting examples that reflect the ongoing commitment of the company to these values.