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  1. Dave Thomas (businessman) Rex David Thomas (July 2, 1932 – January 8, 2002) was an American businessman, philanthropist, and fast-food tycoon. Thomas was the founder and chief executive officer of Wendy's, a fast-food restaurant chain specializing in hamburgers. [1] [2] In this role, Thomas appeared in more than 800 commercial advertisements ...

  2. Apr 2, 2014 · Thomas was born Rex David Thomas on July 2, 1932, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Thomas never knew his birth mother and was adopted by a couple from Kalamazoo, Michigan, when he was 6 months old.

  3. Feb 2, 2021 · Learn how Dave Thomas, who was adopted, dropped out of high school, and worked at KFC, launched Wendy's, the third largest hamburger chain in the world. Discover his legacy of customer service, philanthropy, and education.

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  5. Jun 15, 2015 · Learn how Dave Thomas overcame a troubled childhood and built a fast-food empire with his vision and hard work. Read about his early struggles, his mentors, his innovations and his legacy at Wendy's.

  6. Dec 14, 2001 · As a successful businessman, Thomas founded numerous charities, including the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, a cause he was particularly passionate about. Born on July 2, 1932, Thomas was ...

  7. Learn about the life and achievements of Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy's, who started with a family restaurant in Knoxville and built a global fast-food empire. Discover how he also became a champion for children in foster care and education through his foundation and TV campaigns.

  8. Jul 1, 2019 · A 1991 profile of the late Wendy's founder, who was adopted, abused and became a fast-food mogul and a celebrity. Learn about his childhood, his business, his adoption advocacy and his autobiography.

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