DALLAS, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Brinker
International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) announced today that Thomas J. Edwards Jr. has been named Executive
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the company,
effective March 16, 2015.
Edwards is a hospitality and consumer goods industries veteran
with a wide range of financial leadership experience. He joins
Brinker from Wyndham Worldwide where he most recently served as
Chief Financial Officer of the Wyndham Hotel Group, a leading
franchised and managed hospitality company with a global presence.
Prior to this, Edwards also held a number of leadership positions
with Kraft Foods and Nabisco Foods during his 14-year tenure.
"Tom's extensive background with global consumer brands and
top-tier finance organizations will be instrumental in helping
Brinker continue to deliver shareholder value," said Wyman Roberts, CEO and President of Brinker
International and President of Chili's Grill & Bar. "In
addition, his strong track record working in a global, multi-unit
environment will be an asset to our team as we implement growth and
operational initiatives across our brands."
Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world's leading casual
dining restaurant companies. Founded in 1975 and based in
Dallas, Texas, as of Dec. 24, 2014, Brinker owned, operated or
franchised 1,634 restaurants under the names Chili's® Grill &
Bar (1,585 restaurants) and Maggiano's Little Italy® (49
restaurants).
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