RBI Announces New President of Popeyes® and Chief Operating Officer of Burger King®

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Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR) announced two senior U.S. and Canada leadership changes on November 4, 2025. Peter Perdue, a 12‑year RBI veteran and former COO of Burger King U.S. & Canada, was appointed President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada, succeeding Jeff Klein who will be leaving the company. Nicolas Henrich was named Chief Operating Officer of Burger King, U.S. and Canada, succeeding Perdue. Announcements highlight Perdue's role in Burger King's operations turnaround and Henrich's franchise, finance, and supply‑chain experience; management will focus on unlocking share gains at Popeyes and driving Burger King operational excellence.

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• Peter Perdue appointed President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada
• Perdue credited with leading Burger King operations turnaround
• Nicolas Henrich named COO of Burger King, U.S. and Canada
• Henrich has cross‑functional experience in franchising and supply chain

Negative

• Jeff Klein will be leaving the company, prompting leadership transition risk

Peter Perdue Appointed President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada
Nicolas Henrich Appointed Chief Operating Officer of Burger King, U.S. and Canada

MIAMI, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Josh Kobza, Chief Executive Officer of Restaurant Brands International ("RBI", "Company") (NYSE: QSR) (TSX: QSR) (TSX: QSP) today announced two leadership appointments.  

Peter Perdue has been appointed President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada, succeeding Jeff Klein who will be leaving the company. Perdue, a 12-year RBI veteran, most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of Burger King U.S. & Canada, where he was instrumental in the brand's Reclaim the Flame operations turnaround. His experience spans operations, franchising, and finance, including leadership as Regional Vice President for Burger King in the Asia Pacific region. 

Nicolas (Nico) Henrich has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Burger King U.S. & Canada, succeeding Perdue. Henrich has held senior roles with the Company across franchising, development, finance, strategy, and supply chain. 

"Popeyes has the best chicken in QSR, and Peter's mandate is to unlock the share gains we know we are capable of," said Kobza. "Peter has led an impressive turnaround in the operations of our Burger King system, and I look forward to bringing his leadership to Popeyes. We also want to offer our thanks to Jeff Klein for his hard work over the last four years." 

"Nico's proven leadership in our brand has earned the trust of our franchisees," said Tom Curtis, President of Burger King, U.S. and Canada. "He has been instrumental in strengthening our system and improving franchisee profitability. As COO, he will continue driving operational excellence as a lead contributor to our long-term growth."  

About Restaurant Brands International Inc. 
Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS^®, BURGER KING^®, POPEYES^®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS^®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities. 

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SOURCE Restaurant Brands International Inc.

FAQ

Who is the new President of Popeyes (NYSE: QSR) announced on November 4, 2025?

Peter Perdue, formerly COO of Burger King U.S. & Canada, was named President of Popeyes, U.S. and Canada.

What role did Peter Perdue hold before becoming Popeyes president at QSR?

He served as Chief Operating Officer of Burger King U.S. & Canada and led an operations turnaround.

Who is the new COO of Burger King U.S. & Canada at QSR and what is his experience?

Nicolas Henrich was appointed COO of Burger King U.S. & Canada and has held senior franchising, finance, development, and supply‑chain roles.

When were the RBI leadership changes for Popeyes and Burger King announced?

The appointments were announced on November 4, 2025.

What is the immediate focus for Peter Perdue as Popeyes president at QSR?

His mandate is to unlock share gains for Popeyes in the U.S. and Canada.