Krystal names Rodney Lee CFOKrystal names Rodney Lee CFO

The Krystal Co. has appointed Rodney Lee as its new chief financial officer, the company said Wednesday.

Lee was formerly CFO at the Italian fast-casual chain Fazoli’s, and spent years as CFO and chief operating officer of a large Pizza Hut franchisee. He has 25 years of experience in the quick-service segment.

“We are very fortunate to be able to bring someone of Rodney’s caliber to our executive leadership team,” Krystal CEO Omar Janjua said in a statement. “I’ve personally known and worked with Rodney in the past, and I’ve seen firsthand his ability to make a tremendous impact on business results through people.”

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Lee helped guide Fazoli’s to its most profitable year in company history, as well as seven straight years of positive same-store sales.

He takes the financial helm at Atlanta-based Krystal, which has more than 350 restaurants in 11 states and was founded in 1932. 

“I look forward to contributing to a brand with a strong market presence and a loyal, growing audience,” Lee said in a statement. “My top priority is ensuring the continued success and longevity of this iconic, Southern brand.”

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