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Donnie Upshaw

Senior Vice President of Corporate Restaurants & Chief People Officer, Wingstop

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Recent appearances

  • Say That! AAPI Heritage Month 2026

    In this episode of Say That! A Wingstop Podcast, Donnie Upshaw, Chief Brand and People Officer, sits down with Anh Bui, HR Business Partner, to discuss her upbringing, reconnecting with her roots in Vietnam and the significance of AAPI Heritage Month. Anh shares perspectives on culture, community and representation that continue to shape her personally and professionally.

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  • Say That! Black History Month 2026

    Join Donnie Upshaw, Wingstop’s Chief Brand and People Officer, as he sits down with Carlos Todd, Wingstop General Manager, to talk about Black History Month and what it means to them. Carlos reflects on what brought him to Wingstop, how he’s grown as a leader, and the people who have shaped his journey. He also shares the legacy he hopes to leave, the lessons he’s learned along the way and advice for team members looking to grow and make an impact.

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  • Say That! Veterans Day 2025

    Join Donnie Upshaw, Wingstop’s chief people officer and senior vice president of corporate restaurants, as he sits down with Buddy Francisco, vice president of market execution and a U.S. Army National Guard veteran who served for more than 21 years. From leading over 200 soldiers in Iraq to guiding teams at Wingstop, Buddy shares how military values like discipline, teamwork and leadership continue to shape his approach to business and life — and what Veterans Day means to him.

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  • Say That! Hispanic Heritage Month 2025

    Join Donnie Upshaw, Wingstop’s chief people officer and SVP of corporate restaurants, as he sits down with Marc Trevino, director of field marketing, for a conversation in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. From his career journey and leadership lessons to the traditions that keep him grounded, Marc shares how his heritage shapes the way he leads, lives, and shows up every day.

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