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Farmer Boys taps former Panda, Lemonade exec as CFO

November 2, 2017

Farmer Boys Food, the parent company of the fast casual burger concept, Farmer Boys, has hired restaurant industry veteran Huntley Castner to serve as CFO, according to a company press release.

Castner, who has worked for Panda Restaurant Group, Yogurtland and most recently Lemonade Restaurant Group, will tap his experience with fast casual concepts to provide strategic insight and analysis as Farmer Boys invests in store remodels, menu innovation, new franchisees and market expansion, according to the release. Castner will also provide guidance to the company as it makes investment decisions that support Farmer Boys' made-to-order preparation and extensive cooking processes, and allow the concept to continue differentiating itself from competitors.

"Huntley's vast experience with financial strategy and growth in the fast casual sector is what we need to support the advancement of Farmer Boys and position the company for continued and ongoing success," said Farmer Boys' President and Chief Operating Officer Karen Eadon.

Castner received his B.A. from Stanford University and his M.B.A. from University of California, Los Angeles. He resides in Manhattan Beach with his wife and two daughters.