Mark Drapeau

Mark oversees the operation of the Rhode Island bakery-cafes, including sales building, selecting talent, team development & building, profit management, budgeting and standard operating procedures. Mark has taught multiple classes on many operational and leadership topics and acted as the company’s first Safety Manager. Mark received awards such as GM of the Year, Café of the Quarter, and District Manager of the Year for Market Driven Innovation and Hands On Leadership. Prior to joining HBG in 2006, Mark worked in many segments of the restaurant industry during and after attending Rhode Island College. Mark enjoys working for an organization that encourages community involvement on a grand scale. Some of his passions include supporting Panera's Rhode Island charity partner, Children’s Friend, camping, canoeing, martial arts, exercise, and spending time with his wife and six children.