Saucy chicken chain Zaxby's welcomes Donny Lau as chief financial officer effective July 25. With more than 20 years of experience, Lau comes to Zaxby's most recently from Dollar General, where he served as senior vice president, finance & chief strategy officer. Prior to his Dollar General tenure, Lau held numerous roles at Yum Brands. At Zaxby's, Lau will lead the finance function, including financial strategy, planning and analytics, accounting and treasury.
"Donny's proven track record in driving financial growth in QSR and retail organizations, implementing effective strategies and navigating complex financial landscapes makes him a perfect fit for Zaxby's as we embark on our next phase of growth and expansion," said Bernard Acoca, Zaxby's CEO. "I am confident that his expertise and leadership will further elevate our organization's financial performance and position us for continued success."