Hyde, who has more than 20 years of restaurant industry experience, has helped guide the QSR brand’s recent growth.
The manufacturer says the individual’s expertise in regional sales strategy and customer support will strengthen its growing presence throughout the Western US.
A grant will help fund a Texas community creating first-time homeownership opportunities for several families.
The manufacturers’ representative firm created this new role to support its rapid growth, plus strengthen alignment across several areas.
Scott King brings nearly 15 years of foodservice industry experience to the FHW team.
The region was called a ‘high-potential’ area for the chain, which is aiming to more than double its portfolio to include more than 1,000 restaurants worldwide.
The addition adds ‘an expansive network of dealer relationships,’ a domestic manufacturing facility and more.
By product, tabletop sales rose the most at 4%, and by region, the Northeast saw the biggest gain (5.3%).
Patrick Smith steps into the role and succeeds Ted Gravenhorst, who will retire at the end of the year.
The individuals have been with the company since 2018 and 2014, respectively.