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AI brief of an SEC Form 8-K · The Wendy's (WEN)

Wendy's names Ken Cook interim CEO; executive retention awards approved

Neutral Impact 4 of 5 leadership Written later

Wendy's Co disclosed that Ken Cook has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer. The Compensation and Human Capital Committee approved one-time stock-based retention awards for the executive leadership team, excluding Cook, to support continuity during the leadership transition. The awards are set to be granted August 12, 2025, and the filing does not disclose any change in financial results.

Key points

  • Ken Cook appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of The Wendy's Company
  • Committee approved one-time retention awards on July 24, 2025, effective grant date August 12, 2025
  • E.J. Wunsch (President, International) grant date fair value of $1,520,000; Lindsay J. Radkoski (CMO, U.S.) $700,000
  • Awards are three-quarters restricted stock units and one-quarter stock options, vesting over two years

The filing

CompanyThe Wendy's (WEN)
Form8-K, current report
Filed with the SECJul 30, 2025, 4:27 PM ET
Accession number0001193125-25-169324

Items reported: 5.02 Director / Officer Change

Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗

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