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Bojangles' hires former Inspire Brands exec as supply chain VP

Katie Radtke is Bojangles' vice president of supply chain. (Provided)

May 17, 2021

Bojangles' has named former Inspire Brands global procurement executive, Katie Radtke, as vice president of supply chain for the Southeastern U.S. QSR to oversee food and packaging, distribution, logistics and quality assurance, a news release said.

"Katie is a transformational supply chain leader, and her extensive experience in developing strategies to optimize the supply chain for nationally recognized restaurant franchise brands will be critical as Bojangles continues to grow and meet increased demand for our delicious Southern food," Ken Koziol, Bojangles' chief restaurant support officer, said in the release.

Prior to joining Bojangles', Radtke served as senior director of global procurement for multi-brand restaurant company, Inspire Brands, and led efforts for Arby's in Canada, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jimmy John's, Rusty Taco and Sonic. She managed global procurement exclusively for BWW prior to Inspire's acquisition and previously held supply chain positions with Boston Scientific and St. Jude Medical.

"I'm excited to join a company with Bojangles' solid reputation, dynamic leadership team and passionate fans," Radtke said in the release. "I look forward to contributing my expertise to align our supply chain strategies to support the brand's growth, and ultimately, deliver our guests a great experience."

Her appointment comes on the heels of major franchise development deals recently announced with Chaac Foods Restaurantsand longtime Bojangles franchisee Jeff Rigsby that include opening more than 80 new locations over the next seven years.

Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Bojangles' has more than 760 restaurants systemwide.