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Franchisees Love Wendy's
Our Franchisees Come from All Walks of Life.
Whether it's longtime members of the Wendy's family who worked their way up the ranks to ownership, or an entrepreneur who believes in our mission and aligns with our values. Here's what they have to say.
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“It’s an honor to carry the name and to have played a role in shaping such an incredible brand over the years. Since our founding in 1969 when my dad, Dave Thomas, opened the first restaurant, we’ve been committed to serving fresh, craveable, high‑quality food, creating memorable customer experiences, and developing team members through meaningful employment opportunities.
I love that Dad’s values—doing the right thing, treating people with respect, giving back, profitability, and never cutting corners—still guide us today. Those values shine through in the care our teams put into every meal, the entrepreneurial spirit of our franchise partners, and the joy we create in the communities we serve.”
Wendy Thomas Morse
President, Thomas 5 Ltd
Wendy’s is Proud of the System’s Powerhouse Women Franchise Owners.
We hope their success stories help inspire more women to become Wendy's franchise owners.
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“We have been associated with the Wendy’s brand as a franchisee for over thirty years. The Wendy’s brand is one built around two key components: quality and great people.
Our customers have recognized Wendy’s as a quality product and we have been able to deliver superior service because of the support provided to us by the Wendy’s International team. We are associated with other brands, but without a doubt, none exceed Wendy’s level of support.“
Jorge Colón Gerena
President and CEO, Wendco of Puerto Rico, Inc.
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When We Say Wendy's is a Family, We Mean It.
Charlie Davis has a forty-year relationship with Wendy's, climbing the ladder from Assistant Manager to Director of Operations and is now a Wendy's franchisee.
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