Levittown Resident Named Wendy's Community Ambassador of the Year

LEVITTOWN, NY - Levittown resident James Behrens, the New York District Manager of Wendy's, was recently named Community Ambassador of the Year.

In addition to Behrens, nine other Wendy's employees across the country were named Community Ambassadors as part of Wendy’s Community Ambassador Grant Program, which is an annual recognition program designed to honor employees who go above and beyond in their efforts to better their communities.

“We know that our people are our greatest asset,” Liliana Esposito, CEO of Wendy's, said. “We are proud to recognize our employees who are leading outstanding projects and actively working to help others in their communities.”

Now in its sixth year, the program picks 10 employees – from restaurant crew members to local and field employees and those who support the brand from the Restaurant Support Center – and awards $2,500 to the community organization that each employee supports.

The Community Ambassador of the Year is selected from this group and wins an additional $10,000 for their organization.

Behrens chose to support the Levittown Fire Department.

He has been active in the Levittown Fire Department since he was 14-years-old.

As an Ex-Captain and active member of the department, he educates and trains new volunteers and community members on fire and emergency safety, as well as continues to respond to emergency notices outside of office hours.