CKE Restaurants Inc., the parent company of quick-service chain’s Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s, has appointed Brandon Turner to the position of chief financial officer, it said Tuesday.
Turner most recently was chief operating officer of Hero Bread, a tech company focused on bread and pastry made with protein and fiber instead of flour. Previously he had been CFO of Caribou Company Inc., overseeing the finance of Caribou Coffee, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Bruegger’s Bagels, Noah’s New York Bagels and Manhattan Bagel Company. He also worked for Quiznos Subs, School of Rock and investment banking organizations, CKE said.
"We are excited to welcome Brandon to our talented Leadership Team. His entrepreneurial spirit, strong finance focus and results orientation will be perfect complements to our team," CKE CEO Ned Lyerly said in a release announcing Turner’s appointment. "Brandon's proven track record in dynamic, multi-unit food service environments will be on display as we build on our momentum and create value for stakeholders in our business."
Turner said he was looking forward to working the people running Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s units.
"I am excited to work with franchisees and restaurant operators to build on the successful track record of Carl's Jr. and Hardee's,” he said. “My role is in service to those who serve our guests, and I look forward to contributing to the team as we continue to grow value for our stakeholders.”
CKE, based in Franklin, Tenn. Operates and franchises more than 3,900 restaurants in 44 states and 42 foreign countries and United States territories.
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