Deepak Ajmani
About Deepak Ajmani
Deepak Ajmani is the Chief Operations Officer for the U.S. at The Wendy's Company, having held this position since 2020. He has a background in management and computer science, with a career at Wendy's that began as an Assistant Manager and includes various leadership roles.
Career at The Wendy's Company
Deepak Ajmani has held multiple positions at The Wendy's Company, demonstrating a progressive career trajectory. He began his journey as an Assistant Manager in Harrisburg, PA. He served as Vice President of Restaurant Services from 2016 to 2018, followed by a role as Senior Vice President of US Company Operations from 2018 to 2020. Since 2020, he has been the Chief Operations Officer for the U.S., overseeing operations and strategic initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Deepak Ajmani earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management with a minor in Computer Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, studying from 1987 to 1990. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Mumbai. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in operations and management within the fast-food industry.
Diversity and Inclusion Contributions
Deepak Ajmani is actively involved in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within The Wendy's Company. He frequently speaks at company events focused on these themes and is a member of Wendy’s Cultural Diversity Resource Group. His contributions aim to foster an inclusive workplace culture.
Involvement with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
Since 2017, Deepak Ajmani has served as a trustee of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. This role involves supporting the foundation's mission to increase the number of adoptions from foster care and improve the lives of children in need.