FAT Brands Announces Appointment of Taylor Wiederhorn as Co-CEO
FAT Brands announces significant leadership changes as Taylor Wiederhorn steps into the role of Co-Chief Executive Officer, while Rob Rosen transitions to a consulting position focused on debt/capital markets. Wiederhorn, who previously served as Chief Development Officer for eight years and brand CEO for 15 concepts in 2023, will work alongside continuing Co-CEO and CFO Ken Kuick.
The company, which operates 18 restaurant brands including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, and Johnny Rockets, maintains a strong presence in the global franchising sector with over 2,300 units worldwide. Wiederhorn brings extensive experience in franchise development, having overseen the sale of thousands of new franchise locations across the brand portfolio.
This leadership transition follows several strategic milestones, including Rosen's four-year tenure marked by multiple acquisitions, his 2023 appointment as Co-CEO, and the recent IPO of Twin Hospitality Group.
FAT Brands annuncia importanti cambiamenti nella leadership: Taylor Wiederhorn assume il ruolo di Co-Amministratore Delegato, mentre Rob Rosen passa a una posizione di consulente dedicata ai mercati del debito e del capitale. Wiederhorn, che ha ricoperto il ruolo di Chief Development Officer per otto anni e CEO di 15 marchi nel 2023, lavorerà insieme al Co-CEO e CFO Ken Kuick, che continua nel suo incarico.
L’azienda, che gestisce 18 marchi di ristoranti tra cui Round Table Pizza, Fatburger e Johnny Rockets, mantiene una forte presenza nel settore globale del franchising con oltre 2.300 punti vendita in tutto il mondo. Wiederhorn vanta una vasta esperienza nello sviluppo del franchising, avendo supervisionato la vendita di migliaia di nuove sedi in franchising all’interno del portafoglio marchi.
Questa transizione nella leadership segue diversi traguardi strategici, tra cui il mandato quadriennale di Rosen caratterizzato da numerose acquisizioni, la sua nomina a Co-CEO nel 2023 e la recente IPO di Twin Hospitality Group.
FAT Brands anuncia cambios importantes en su liderazgo: Taylor Wiederhorn asume el cargo de Co-Director Ejecutivo, mientras que Rob Rosen pasa a una posición de consultor enfocada en los mercados de deuda y capital. Wiederhorn, quien previamente fue Director de Desarrollo durante ocho años y CEO de 15 marcas en 2023, trabajará junto al Co-CEO y CFO Ken Kuick, quien continúa en su rol.
La compañía, que opera 18 marcas de restaurantes como Round Table Pizza, Fatburger y Johnny Rockets, mantiene una fuerte presencia en el sector global de franquicias con más de 2,300 unidades en todo el mundo. Wiederhorn aporta una amplia experiencia en desarrollo de franquicias, habiendo supervisado la venta de miles de nuevas ubicaciones franquiciadas dentro del portafolio de marcas.
Esta transición de liderazgo sigue varios hitos estratégicos, incluyendo el mandato de cuatro años de Rosen marcado por múltiples adquisiciones, su nombramiento como Co-CEO en 2023 y la reciente oferta pública inicial de Twin Hospitality Group.
FAT Brands는 중대한 리더십 변화를 발표했습니다. Taylor Wiederhorn이 공동 최고경영자(Co-CEO) 역할을 맡고, Rob Rosen은 부채 및 자본 시장에 집중하는 컨설팅 직책으로 전환합니다. Wiederhorn은 이전에 8년간 최고개발책임자(Chief Development Officer)를, 2023년에는 15개 브랜드의 CEO를 역임했으며, 계속해서 공동 CEO 겸 CFO인 Ken Kuick과 함께 일할 예정입니다.
이 회사는 Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets 등 18개의 레스토랑 브랜드를 운영하며 전 세계 2,300개 이상의 매장을 보유한 글로벌 프랜차이즈 분야에서 강력한 입지를 유지하고 있습니다. Wiederhorn은 브랜드 포트폴리오 내 수천 개의 신규 프랜차이즈 매장 판매를 감독한 풍부한 프랜차이즈 개발 경험을 가지고 있습니다.
이번 리더십 전환은 Rosen의 4년 임기 동안 다수의 인수합병, 2023년 공동 CEO 임명, 그리고 최근 Twin Hospitality Group의 IPO 등 여러 전략적 이정표를 거친 후 이루어졌습니다.
FAT Brands annonce des changements majeurs dans sa direction : Taylor Wiederhorn prend le poste de co-directeur général, tandis que Rob Rosen passe à un rôle de consultant axé sur les marchés de la dette et du capital. Wiederhorn, qui a précédemment occupé le poste de directeur du développement pendant huit ans et celui de PDG de 15 concepts en 2023, travaillera aux côtés du co-PDG et directeur financier Ken Kuick, qui poursuit ses fonctions.
L’entreprise, qui exploite 18 marques de restaurants dont Round Table Pizza, Fatburger et Johnny Rockets, conserve une forte présence dans le secteur mondial de la franchise avec plus de 2 300 établissements dans le monde. Wiederhorn apporte une vaste expérience en développement de franchises, ayant supervisé la vente de milliers de nouveaux points de franchise au sein du portefeuille de marques.
Cette transition de leadership fait suite à plusieurs étapes stratégiques, notamment les quatre années de mandat de Rosen marquées par de multiples acquisitions, sa nomination en 2023 en tant que co-PDG, ainsi que l’introduction en bourse récente de Twin Hospitality Group.
FAT Brands kündigt bedeutende Führungsänderungen an: Taylor Wiederhorn übernimmt die Rolle des Co-Chief Executive Officer, während Rob Rosen in eine beratende Position wechselt, die sich auf Schulden- und Kapitalmärkte konzentriert. Wiederhorn, der zuvor acht Jahre als Chief Development Officer tätig war und 2023 CEO von 15 Marken war, wird gemeinsam mit dem weiterhin amtierenden Co-CEO und CFO Ken Kuick arbeiten.
Das Unternehmen, das 18 Restaurantmarken betreibt, darunter Round Table Pizza, Fatburger und Johnny Rockets, ist mit über 2.300 Einheiten weltweit stark im globalen Franchise-Sektor vertreten. Wiederhorn bringt umfangreiche Erfahrung in der Franchise-Entwicklung mit und hat den Verkauf von Tausenden neuer Franchise-Standorte im Markenportfolio überwacht.
Dieser Führungswechsel folgt auf mehrere strategische Meilensteine, darunter Rosens vierjährige Amtszeit, die von zahlreichen Akquisitionen geprägt war, seine Ernennung zum Co-CEO im Jahr 2023 sowie den jüngsten Börsengang der Twin Hospitality Group.
- Proven track record: Taylor Wiederhorn has overseen thousands of new franchise location sales as Chief Development Officer
- Large franchise portfolio: Company owns 18 restaurant brands with over 2,300 units worldwide
- Strategic growth: Recent successful IPO of Twin Hospitality Group
- Leadership continuity: Ken Kuick remains as Co-CEO and CFO, maintaining financial oversight
- Executive restructuring could create temporary organizational uncertainty
- Loss of Rob Rosen's direct leadership as Co-CEO, transitioning to limited consulting role
- High debt focus: Need for dedicated debt/capital markets consulting indicates significant debt management requirements
Rob Rosen Transitions to Consulting Role at Global Restaurant Franchising Company
LOS ANGELES, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Johnny Rockets and 15 other restaurant concepts, announces the appointment of Taylor Wiederhorn as Co-Chief Executive Officer. Effective today, April 29, Rob Rosen will transition from his role as Co-CEO to a consulting position focused on debt/capital markets for the company. Ken Kuick will continue to serve as Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
“For the last eight years, I have served as Chief Development Officer, overseeing the sale of thousands of new franchise locations across our portfolio of brands. Most recently, in 2023, I assumed the role of brand CEO for 15 of our concepts,” said Taylor Wiederhorn, Chief Development Officer of FAT Brands. “Stepping into the Co-CEO role will be a seamless transition as I am confident that my unique background and growth perspective will complement the financial acumen of Co-CEO, Ken Kuick.”
“It has been an incredible four years at FAT Brands—filled with numerous strategic acquisitions, assuming the role of Co-CEO in 2023, and most recently, the IPO of Twin Hospitality Group,” said Rob Rosen, Co-CEO of FAT Brands. “I look forward to continuing to help drive the company forward, maintaining a consulting role focused on debt/capital markets.”
For more information on FAT Brands, visit www.fatbrands.com.
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About FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands
FAT Brands (NASDAQ: FAT) is a leading global franchising company that strategically acquires, markets and develops fast casual, quick-service, casual and polished casual dining restaurant concepts around the world. The Company currently owns 18 restaurant brands: Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, Marble Slab Creamery, Johnny Rockets, Fazoli’s, Twin Peaks, Great American Cookies, Smokey Bones, Hot Dog on a Stick, Buffalo’s Cafe & Express, Hurricane Grill & Wings, Pretzelmaker, Elevation Burger, Native Grill & Wings, Yalla Mediterranean and Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses, and franchises and owns over 2,300 units worldwide. For more information on FAT Brands, please visit www.fatbrands.com.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements reflect expectations of FAT Brands Inc. (“we” or “our”) concerning the future and are subject to significant business, economic and competitive risks, uncertainties and contingencies. These factors are difficult to predict and beyond our control, and could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. We refer you to the documents that we file from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, such as our reports on Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K, for a discussion of these and other factors. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release.
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Erin Mandzik, FAT Brands
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