Danny Lendich
Danny Lendich | |
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| Born | Danilo Stanislav Lendich 19 January 1944 |
| Died | 13 May 2025 (aged 81) Auckland, New Zealand |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Bringing Wendy's to New Zealand |
Danilo Stanislav Lendich (19 January 1944 – 13 May 2025) was a New Zealand businessman. Based in Auckland, he started his career at the age of 12, eventually founding and operating an earthmoving and hauling company, Lendich Construction. In 1988, Lendich opened the first Wendy's franchise in New Zealand. He was also a midget car owner and sponsored several drivers, including Sleepy Tripp, Craig Baird, and Jerry Coons Jr.