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Troy Aikman joins Wingstop board

February 3, 2011

Roark Capital Group announced that Troy Aikman has joined the Wingstop board of directors. He has been the company’s national spokesman since 2003. 

“I’m excited to expand my relationship with Wingstop,” Aikman said in a statement. “I’ve served as the Wingstop spokesman for several years, and was a fan even before that. Recently I’ve gotten to know the Roark team and am confident they will help management take this concept to the next level. I look forward to my new role as a member of the team.”

Roark Capital, an Atlanta-based private equity firm with more than $1.5 billion of equity capital under management, acquired the fast-growing chicken wing chain in 2010.

“Since retiring from football, Troy has distinguished himself as a savvy and successful businessman,” said Steve Romaniello, managing director of Roark Capital Group. “We are excited to benefit from his insight and experience as we continue to grow Wingstop.” 

Aikman joins a board that also includes Sid Feltenstein, former executive vice president of Worldwide Marketing at Burger King and chairman of Yorkshire Global Restaurants, and Jon Luther, current chairman of Dunkin’ Brands.