Sonic names Scott McLain president of the company

By Associated Press April 18, 2008 Comments (0)

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Sonic Corp. named Scott McLain president of the company, the drive-in restaurant chain said Friday.

McLain is currently president of Sonic's franchising subsidiary. The role of president is currently filled by Clifford Hudson, Sonic's chief executive and chairman.

McLain will be responsible for marketing, information technology, purchasing, development, franchise human resources and corporate communications.

Sonic, which has 3,400 drive-in restaurants, also named Mike Perry chief operating officer, overseeing restaurant operations. Perry is currently president of the company's restaurant operating subsidiary.

Perry will be replaced by Eddie Saroch, who is currently responsible for franchise services. That role will now be filled by Sharon Strickland.

The appointments become effective May 1.

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