

Ron Shaich on why Cava deserved to be a public company
7 snips Oct 11, 2023
Ron Shaich, Chairman of Cava and former CEO of Panera Bread, talks about why Panera thrived, the decision to sell Au Bon Pain, other chains Act III Holdings has invested in, public companies and activist investing, and taking Cava public. A fascinating conversation with an innovative industry figure.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Changing the Name to Panera
01:41 • 5min
Finding the Concept Essence at the Wheat Store
06:33 • 2min
Panera's Success and Maintaining Dominance in the Bakery Cafe Niche
08:25 • 13min
Taking Kava Public
21:52 • 5min
Navigating Activist Investors and Investment Strategy
26:44 • 10min