Panera Brands
As Chief Development Officer, Brian Krause is responsible for driving strategic new cafe growth for Panera Bread, leading development planning, franchise development and sales, design & construction and real estate.
An industry veteran in franchise development and sales, Krause joined Panera from GoTo Foods where he oversaw growth-driving efforts for all seven brands including Auntie Anne’s, Jamba, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Schlotzsky’s and more. Previously, he worked at Inspire Brands serving as Chief Development Officer of Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches, responsible for franchising, real estate, development, and design and construction. Prior to that, Krause was Senior Vice President, Franchise Development for Wyndham Hotels and Resorts. Krause holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology with a concentration in Communications from the University of Connecticut.
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Panera Brands
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Panera Brands is one of the world's largest fast casual restaurant companies, with nearly 4,000 locations and 110,000 employees across 10 countries. A portfolio of complementary brands bound by common values and shared growth opportunities, Panera Brands is comprised of Panera Bread®, Caribou Coffee® and Einstein Bros.