Doug Willmarth was named president of Mooyah Burgers Fries & Shakes

Willmarth served previously as chief brand officer for Genghis Grill parent Mongolian Concepts for four years; he replaces Tony Darden, who had been president and COO of Mooyah since May 2019, but left in June to join Jack in the Box Inc. as senior vice president and chief operation officer.

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Sean Tresvant was named global chief brand officer for Taco Bell

The former Nike marketing executive will take up the post Jan. 10 replacing Nikki Lawson, who moved back to Australia to pursue other opportunities.

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Travis Sheetz was promoted to CEO of the Sheetz convenience store chain

The founder’s nephew, who was previously president and chief operating officer, replaces his brother, Joe Sheetz, who is taking on the position of executive chairman.

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Shipley Do-Nuts named Bob McGahan chief financial officer

McGahan comes from the private equity world, having been CFO at Friedrich Air Conditioning Inc. and AirBorn Inc., to join the Houston-based franchise company.

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Friendly’s/Brix Holdings named Carissa DeSantis chief technology officer

The former Dickey’s Barbecue chief information officer will oversee digital efforts at the multiconcept group.

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Dave & Buster’s named Michael Quartieri to the chief financial officer post

The former LiveOne financial chief succeeded Scott Bowman in the position as of Jan. 1.

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Wingstop promoted Donnie Upshaw to chief people officer

The executive joined the fast-casual wing brand in 2018 and most recently served as senior vice president of people.

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Darden Restaurants CEO Gene Lee announced his retirement

The current chief operating officer Ricardo Cardenas was unanimously elected as Lee’s successor starting in May 2022.

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Golden Corral named Paul “Skip” Hanke chief marketing officer

The executive joins the buffet company from Applebee’s brand strategy division.

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Donatos named Kevin King president, replacing current CEO Tom Krouse in the role

King previously worked for the pizza company from 1990-2003.

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