Weldon Spangler

Dallas-Based TGI Fridays To Go Public via $220M Acquisition by U.K. Franchisee

by | Apr 16, 2024
Upon the deal's completion, the new combined entity would be named TGI Fridays plc and listed on the London Stock Exchange as "TGIF," with both U.S. and global operations remaining in place at the company's Dallas HQ under the leadership of CEO Weldon Spangler.
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TGI Fridays Appoints New U.S. President & COO and President of Int’l Markets & CFO
by | Dec 14, 2023
Both execs will report to CEO Weldon Spangler as the company continues to implement a growth plan to revitalize the iconic brand globally. The moves come about a month after the casual dining chain appointed Spangler, a longtime board member and seasoned restaurant executive, as its new CEO.
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TGI Fridays Gets Its Third CEO This Year: Former Dunkin’, Subway Exec Is at the Helm
by | Nov 2, 2023
It’s the second CEO announcement for Dallas-based TGI Fridays in two months. The casual dining brand announced the replacement of Brandon Coleman, who resigned for personal reasons, with a longtime board member and restaurant industry veteran.
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