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Whataburger

Regional fast-food hamburger restaurant chain

whataburger.com

Headquarters: San Antonio, United States
Founded year: 1950
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 20,000+
Industry: Food Retail & Distribution

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Latest news about Whataburger

In short: Whataburger expanded its footprint to 1,200 locations, reported a 10% earnings increase, and appointed several new executive leaders.

Company announcements

August 31 Whataburger

Whataburger appoints Rob Dellinger as new technology leader

He brings over twenty-five years of Starbucks experience to modernize and scale restaurant systems. This hire aligns with ongoing digital transformation efforts.

August 11 Whataburger

Whataburger reintroduces Bacon Wrangler Double and adds chicken version

The double starts at $9.99 and the chicken at $7.99, with both available for a limited time starting Aug. 18 at participating locations.

August 10 Whataburger

Whataburger celebrates 1,200th restaurant opening in Orlando

The milestone location drew long lines, with one guest camping out over 30 hours. The company also partnered with Blessings in a Backpack to provide weekend meals for local students.

July 28 Whataburger

Whataburger taps Ryan Moore as next CFO

Moore brings 16 years of restaurant finance experience, including roles at Torchy's Tacos and Taco Bell.

Media coverage

September 2 Marshall News Messenger

DA: Suspects in deadly Marshall Whataburger shooting gang-affiliated, but victims weren’t - Marshall News Messenger

The homicides of two brothers in June at a Marshall Whataburger were gang-related and a case of “mis...

September 1 Atlanta Black Star

'He Wasn't Himself': Georgia Mom Says Son’s Death After Head Injury at Whataburger Could Have Been Prevented, Now She's Taking Fight to State Capitol

The proposed legislation, known as Sha’don’s Law, was inspired by the death of Sha’don Gordon, whose mother believes a severe head injury he suffered while...

July 28 Bloomberg

Whataburger Posts 10% Earnings Rise, Seeks $2.72 Billion Loan

Privately owned fast-food chain Whataburger said earnings in the first quarter rose 10% from a year ago, even as concerns ...

June 17 Bloomberg Tax

Whataburger Ex-Worker Sues Over Health Plan Tobacco Penalty (1)

Whataburger Restaurants LLC is facing a federal lawsuit challenging its practice of charging employees who smoke an extra $900 per year for healthcare coverage.

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