Panera Bread Names Earl Ellis Chief Financial Officer

Experienced finance leader joins Panera to drive strategic growth and financial excellence

ST. LOUIS, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Panera Bread, a leader and pioneer in the fast casual restaurant industry, today announced that Earl Ellis has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. Ellis will report to Chief Executive Officer Paul Carbone and join the company's executive leadership team.

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