The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN ) is committed to doing the right thing and making a positive difference in the lives of others. This is most visible through the Company's support of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption ® and its signature Wendy's Wonderful Kids ® program, which seeks to find every child in the North American foster care system a loving, forever home. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 6,700 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand. * Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S., Alaska, and Canada. Investor Contact : Greg Lemenchick Director - Investor Relations (614) 766-3977; SOURCE The Wendy's Company