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Wingstop creates executive role to support franchise growth

October 4, 2009

Wingstop has named current chief financial officer Wes Jablonski as chief development officer to support the company's expansion plans over the next few years. In this newly created position, Jablonski will oversee franchising, development and real estate for the company.

"Creating the role of chief development officer better positions Wingstop for our next level of strategic growth," said James A. Flynn, president and CEO of Wingstop, in a news release. "Wes spearheaded a national franchise program that resulted in Wingstop expanding to 650 restaurants open or in development in 33 states. His expertise in franchising, real estate and finance coupled with his dedication to the Wingstop brand makes him the perfect candidate for this new role."

Jablonski joined Wingstop in 2003 as executive vice president of business development, and transitioned into the role of CFO in 2006. Under his direction, Wingstop has experienced 24 consecutive quarters of positive comparable store sales. Jablonski also was recently named a finalist in the Dallas Business Journal's CFO of the Year awards.

Jablonski will be replaced as CFO by Lance Loshelder, who previously spent seven years as CFO for Cool Cuts 4 Kids Inc.