Wendy’s Top Marketer to Retire, Search Begins

After 26 years, Wendy’s International, Inc. executive VP-marketing, Don Calhoon, is moving into semi-retirement and will assume new responsibilities.

The QSR has engaged global executive search firm Russell Reynolds to conduct a national search for a new EVP and CMO for the brand.

The position will continue to report to Wendy’s North America President and COO Tom Mueller. Calhoon will continue in his current role until the new EVP is hired and will then assist Chairman and CEO, Jack Schuessler with enterprise marketing opportunities and initiatives.