Breaking: Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner Named New Hershey Chief; Interim Leader Appointed
Breaking: Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner Named New Hershey Chief; Interim Leader Appointed
Kirk Tanner, currently the Chief Executive Officer of Wendy’s, has been officially named the new chief executive of The Hershey Company. This significant leadership change is set to take effect on August 18, 2025, marking Tanner’s return to the consumer packaged goods sector.
Tanner will succeed Michele Buck, who is retiring after nearly two decades with Hershey, including eight years as its CEO. His extensive experience, including over 30 years at PepsiCo prior to joining Wendy’s in 2024, is cited as a key asset for Hershey’s future direction.
In light of Tanner’s departure from Wendy’s on July 18, 2025, the fast-food chain has appointed its Chief Financial Officer, Ken Cook, as interim CEO. The Wendy’s board has initiated a search for a permanent replacement to lead the company moving forward.
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