FAT Brands Announces Appointment of Taylor Wiederhorn as Co-CEO

Company Leadership Transition - FAT Brands Inc. has appointed Taylor Wiederhorn as Co-Chief Executive Officer, effective April 29, 2025, while Rob Rosen transitions to a consulting role focused on debt and capital markets [1][2] - Ken Kuick will continue to serve as Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer alongside Wiederhorn [1] Background of New Co-CEO - Taylor Wiederhorn has served as Chief Development Officer for the past eight years, overseeing the sale of thousands of new franchise locations across the company's portfolio [2] - In 2023, Wiederhorn assumed the role of brand CEO for 15 of FAT Brands' concepts, indicating a strong background in brand management and development [2] Company Overview - FAT Brands is a leading global franchising company that owns 18 restaurant brands, including Round Table Pizza, Fatburger, and Johnny Rockets, and operates over 2,300 units worldwide [3] - The company focuses on acquiring, marketing, and developing various dining concepts, ranging from fast casual to polished casual dining [3]