Papa Johns Announces Executive Transition
Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) announced that Amanda Clark, Chief Operating Officer for International, will be leaving to become the CEO at another company in the franchise industry. The company is conducting a search for a new international leader. Under Clark's leadership, Papa John's delivered over 700 net new units and signed the two largest development deals in company history. President and CEO Rob Lynch expressed confidence in the current international leadership team and their ability to continue delivering on the company's business priorities.
01/29/2024 - 08:00 AM
International Chief Operating Officer Amanda Clark to depart Papa Johns for CEO role in franchise industry
Search for new international leader underway
ATLANTA --(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Papa John's International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) today announced Amanda Clark, Chief Operating Officer for International, will depart Papa Johns on March 1, 2024 to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at another company in the franchise industry.
“We have created a culture at Papa Johns where we cultivate top talent and help them achieve their full potential. We wish Amanda much success in her new role,” said President and CEO Rob Lynch. “We have a strong international leadership team in place and talent within that organization who will continue to deliver on our business priorities while we conduct a comprehensive search that will evaluate both internal and external candidates for the next international leader. The team is focused on executing the international transformation initiatives we recently announced as part of our Back to Better 2.0 plan, including establishing our international regional business hubs, accelerating consumer-facing technology enhancements and optimizing the UK market for long-term profitability and strength.”
Ms. Clark joined Papa Johns in February 2020 as its Chief Development Officer. Her responsibilities expanded to include leading the Papa Johns international business in May 2022 and was appointed Chief Operating Officer, International in September 2023. Under her leadership, Papa Johns delivered more than 700 net new units and signed the two largest development deals in company history.
About Papa Johns
Papa John’s International, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA.® Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, Ky. and is the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company with more than 5,900 restaurants in 50 countries and territories. For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit www.PapaJohns.com or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android.
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When will Amanda Clark depart Papa John's?
Amanda Clark will depart Papa John's on March 1, 2024.
What is the ticker symbol for Papa John's International, Inc.?
The ticker symbol for Papa John's International, Inc. is PZZA.
Who will assume the role of CEO at another company in the franchise industry?
Amanda Clark, the current Chief Operating Officer for International at Papa John's, will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at another company in the franchise industry.
What were Amanda Clark's achievements during her time at Papa John's?
Under her leadership, Papa Johns delivered more than 700 net new units and signed the two largest development deals in company history.
What initiatives are part of Papa John's Back to Better 2.0 plan?
The Back to Better 2.0 plan includes establishing international regional business hubs, accelerating consumer-facing technology enhancements, and optimizing the UK market for long-term profitability and strength.
Papa John`s International, Inc.
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there are two types of people at papa john's... those who make pizza and those who support the people who make the pizza." - john schnatter papa john's seeks people who have an entrepreneurial spirit and share our philosophy for success. hands-on training, a clean and safe work environment, quality business practices, advancement opportunities and meaningful work combine to produce not only the best pizza, but also the best team members! better opportunities. better people! at papa john's we call ourselves team members instead of employees because we believe it is only through a strong team we can produce the best experience for our customers. whether at our corporate campus, distribution centers, our restaurants, or located internationally; papa john's has a variety of positions for talented and passionate people. papa john's is an equal opportunity employer and provides excellent career opportunities for our entire team. our company philosophies of promote from within and rewar