Wienerschnitzel promoted J.R. Galardi to CEO. Galardi will also maintain his current title of president, which he has held since 2017.

In his expanded role, Galardi will oversee all Galardi Group Inc. concepts including Wienerschnitzel, Tastee Freez and Hamburger Stand. Galardi’s experience with Wienerschnitzel spans more than two decades, as he has held a variety of positions ranging in responsibility from entry-level to executive level.

Former CEO Cindy Galardi Culpepper will maintain her role as Executive Chairman.

As CEO, Galardi’s initial plans call for opening Wienerschnitzel locations outside the U.S. before year’s end, working with virtual kitchens and more.