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Potbelly hires former Panera exec as CFO

April 14, 2020

Potbelly Corporation has hired Steven W. Cirulis as SVP, CFO and chief strategy officer. Cirulis, who has been with Potbelly since December 2019 in a strategic planning, finance and analytical consulting role, is now leading strategy functions, including financial planning and analysis, accounting and financial reporting, tax, treasury, investor relations and enterprise procurement, President and CEO Alan Johnson said in a company press release.

"Over the last several months, I've seen Steve's strategic and financial contributions firsthand and believe that he will prove invaluable as we navigate the current environment," he said. "Steve has a proven track record of developing and executing growth strategies in the restaurant industry with his extensive time at McDonald's and Panera, including a focus on off-premise channels. He has also played a key role in the design and implementation of our Project Aurora tests. His insights and leadership will be instrumental as we continue to position Potbelly for a return to growth."

Potbelly Corporation has more than 400 company-owned shops in the United States.