Wendy's Taps Tech Visionary Matt Spessard as New Chief Information Officer, Stepping Up the Digital Game

Matt Spessard has recently been appointed as the Chief Information Officer of The Wendy's Company, marking a significant transition in the company's technology leadership. He will be reporting directly to President and CEO Kirk Tanner, following the departure of Kevin Vasconi, who held the CIO position since October 2020.

Spessard's ascension to the role of CIO comes after his successful tenure as the Senior Vice President, Global Chief Technology Officer. In this capacity, he was instrumental in establishing Wendy's System global technology vision and driving technological innovation within the company.

As the new Chief Information Officer, Spessard will be tasked with overseeing Wendy's global technology efforts, including key areas such as Restaurant Technology, Data Management and Analytics, Enterprise Technology, Software Architecture and Engineering, and Information Security. With a focus on driving digital business growth and enhancing customer and crew experience through technology, Spessard's extensive experience positions him as an ideal leader for this critical role.

Prior to his appointment as CIO, Spessard held various pivotal roles at Wendy's and other prominent companies in the fast-food industry, including Inspire Brands, SONIC, YUM! Brands, Church's Chicken, and Braum's Ice Cream & Dairy Stores. His diverse background and proven track record of success in leveraging technology to drive business outcomes make him well-equipped to lead Wendy's technology initiatives into the future.

The appointment of Matt Spessard as Chief Information Officer reflects Wendy's commitment to leveraging innovative technology solutions to stay ahead in a competitive industry landscape. Under his leadership, the company is poised to continue its digital transformation journey and deliver exceptional experiences for customers and crew members alike.