Richardson, Texas-based Wingstop has promoted David Vernon from vice president of franchise sales to senior vice president of development. In this new role Vernon will oversee the franchise development, construction and real estate departments.
“Since joining the Wingstop family, Dave has produced outstanding results and
cultivated relationships with new franchise groups and existing brand partners,” says Jim Flynn, Wingstop president and CEO. “As our new senior vice president of development he will be even more involved in spearheading the company’s overall growth and development as we open 60 new restaurants in 2012.”
Vernon has previously held development positions with Brinker International, Pizza Inn, USA Cafes and Signature Foods. He joined Wingstop in October 2010. During his tenure, signed franchise agreements have resulted in more than 150 new restaurant openings in the U.S. and 120 new openings in Mexico.
