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Whataburger

Regional fast-food hamburger restaurant chain

whataburger.com

Headquarters: San Antonio, United States
Founded year: 1950
Company type: Private company
Number of employees: 20,000+

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Latest news about Whataburger

In short: Whataburger expanded its national footprint, lowered prices for its 75th anniversary, and faced a lawsuit regarding healthcare smoker penalties.

Company announcements

June 18 Whataburger

Whataburger's CEO discusses growth and technology at WSJ forum

Debbie Stroud shared expansion plans and tech adoption while emphasizing human connection.

June 16 Whataburger

Whataburger raised $600,000 for military students

The funds support Gratitude Initiative, aiding military-connected students' education and leadership.

May 29 Whataburger

Whataburger welcomes Melissa Ehresman as VP of Digital Experience

She will lead digital transformation, advance mobile/online ordering, and strengthen loyalty capabilities.

May 21 Whataburger

Whataburger introduces new Hot Honey Crisp Whatachick'n Sandwich for summer

The sandwich features a breaded chicken filet with creamy red pepper cheddar cheese spread and hot honey with chili crisp, available starting June 2 for $7.99.

Media coverage

Today Yahoo Finance

Why Whataburger is betting on c-stores for growth

While it has operated in c-stores for 26 years, the Texas-based QSR chain is now ramping up its convenience retail presence ...

June 18 Click2Houston

World Cup fans came to Houston. Social media shows many heading straight for Whataburger

In Texas, Whataburger has emerged as one of the biggest attractions. Social media posts show visitors posing with the state's beloved orange-and-white cups, comparing menu...

June 17 Bloomberg Tax

Whataburger Ex-Worker Sues Over Health Plan Tobacco Penalty (1)

Whataburger Restaurants LLC is facing a federal lawsuit challenging its practice of charging employees who smoke an extra $900 per year for healthcare coverage.

April 27 Rolling Out

What's behind Whataburger's bold push beyond Texas?

Whataburger is continuing its push beyond its Texas home base in a significant way, with 15 new restaurants confirmed to open across seven states before...

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