Share this article Share this article HOUSTON, May 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Shipley Franchise Company and Shipley Do-Nut Flour & Supply Co. has expanded its senior leadership team with the addition of new Chief Executive Officer Clifton Rutledge and Chief Operating Officer Hank Simpson. Rutledge, who formerly served as executive chairman at Shipley, brings more than three decades of top restaurant leadership experience to the company. He previously served as COO at Jack's Family Restaurants, president/CEO at Bojangles Chicken and Biscuits, and COO at Whataburger, in addition to other key roles throughout his career. Shipley Do-Nut Exterior Simpson joins Shipley from Panera Bread, where he most recently was senior vice president, chief development and franchise officer.