Papa John’s Strengthens and Streamlines Management Team
More efficient management structure aligned with company’s new strategy
Proven brand and transformational leader
Chief Financial Officer
“After two months as CEO, I’m more excited than ever by the dedication, drive and resilience of Papa John’s team members and franchisees. Today I’m announcing a new management structure that will be the foundation on which we build our future,” said
Mr. Lynch said, “I’m very excited to welcome
As a result of the reorganization, Chief Operating and Growth Officer
“On behalf of the entire Papa John’s team, I want to express gratitude to
In addition to Mr. Wetzel, Mr. Norberg, Mr. Swaysland and Mr. Smith, the company’s Executive Leadership Team includes:
Marvin Boakye , who has been named Chief People and Diversity Officer. The company’s Chief People Officer sinceJanuary 2019 , Mr. Boakye will also assume leadership of the diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) team and its initiatives, a critical element of the company’s culture. Prior to joining Papa John’s earlier this year, Mr. Boakye led DEI organizations at Andeavor and MTS-Allstream, and helped create the DEI organizations atGoodyear and thePulte Group ;Madeline Chadwick , who has been promoted to SVP, Communications and Corporate Affairs. In addition to internal and external communications, Ms. Chadwick will oversee the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives;Justin Falciola , Chief Insights and Technology Officer;Shane Hutchins , Chief Supply Chain Officer; andCaroline Oyler , Chief Legal and Risk Officer.
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Madeline Chadwick, 502-261-4189
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Madeline_Chadwick@papajohns.com
Jeffrey Mathews / Dan Gagnier, 646-569-5711
Gagnier Communications
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Investors:
Joe Smith, 502-261-7272
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
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