Wingstop Restaurants Inc., the award-winning wing concept with more than 1,100 locations worldwide, announced that Flynn K. Dekker has resigned as Chief Marketing Officer, effective March 21. Dekker plans to take a sabbatical and spend time with family. Dekker has agreed to provide consulting services to the company after his resignation date to ensure continuity and an effective transition. An executive search is currently underway for a new Chief Marketing Officer.
“We thank Flynn for his leadership and many contributions to Wingstop. Flynn has been instrumental to Wingstop’s success and has helped position the brand for continued success well into the future. He has been a valued friend and business partner and he will be greatly missed,” says Charlie Morrison, chairman and chief executive officer of Wingstop.
Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Wingstop Inc. franchises more than 1,100 locations and as of the end of 2017, the Company had over 1,000 signed commitments for new restaurant development globally.
The Wing Experts’ menu features classic and boneless wings with 11 bold, distinctive flavors including Original Hot, Cajun, Atomic, Mild, Teriyaki, Lemon Pepper, Hawaiian, Garlic Parmesan, Hickory Smoked BBQ, Louisiana Rub, and Mango Habanero. Wingstop’s wings are always cooked to order, hand-sauced and tossed and served with a variety of house-made sides including fresh-cut, seasoned fries.