WICHITA, Kan. (February 10, 2026) – Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (Freddy’s) – today announced it has appointed Todd Paladini as Chief Information Officer (CIO), a newly created role and the first CIO position in the restaurant brand’s history. In this role, Paladini will lead the brand’s enterprise technology strategy and partner across the business to help accelerate scalable growth and enhance the guest and franchisee experience.
Paladini brings more than two decades of international IT leadership experience, with a track record of building and modernizing technology capabilities for multi-unit, guest-focused brands. Over the course of his career, he has led IT for hospitality and restaurant concepts, including Cafe Rio Mexican Grill and Cinemark, and his time working across Central and South America has helped shape a global perspective on operational excellence, change management, and innovation.
“I am thankful to [President and CEO Chris Dull] and the entire executive leadership team for their trust and support as we move forward on this shared growth journey,” said Paladini. “Freddy’s has built a reputation for exceptional food and genuine hospitality, and I’m thrilled to be able to contribute to that unique experience for all of our FredHeads across the United States and Canada.”…