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FAT Brands hires CFO

August 16, 2018

FAT Brands has hired Rebecca D. Hershinger as chief financial officer, according to a company press release. Hershinger will work alongside longstanding President and Chief Executive Officer Andy Wiederhorn to support financial and strategic goals for the company. 

Hershinger, who has more than 20 years of experience in finance, accounting, strategic planning and public reporting, has held  finance roles at JP Morgan Chase, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, SpectrumDNA, and Genius Brands. She also founded CFO Advisory Services, an accounting and business advisory consultancy.

"I can't imagine a more exciting time to join FAT Brands," Hershinger said in the release. "The vivid history and rich culture of brands, such as Fatburger, paired with the international reach of the Company's six fast casual and casual dining restaurants, brings great opportunity where I can utilize my financial background to continue to advance our existing portfolio, while looking forward to future acquisitions and expansion."