Cava: Innovating Fast-Casual Dining, Pushing Love Buttons, and IPO Success With CEO Brett Schulman

In this episode of After Earnings, the hosts sit down with Brett Schulman, co-founder and CEO of the fast-growing restaurant chain Cava. They discuss Cava's journey from its founding to going public, emphasizing the strategic preparations and robust growth leading to its successful IPO. Brett shares insights on the company's focus on digital transformation, leveraging data, and maintaining strong in-store and digital customer experiences. Additionally, the conversation highlights Cava's commitment to employee development and the impact of its Mediterranean-inspired food on the American dining landscape. $CAVA 00:00 START 01:15 Interview with Brett Schulman, cofounder and CEO of CAVA 02:25 The Love Button for Employees 03:22 The Origins and Growth of Cava 05:15 Retail Strategy and Digital Transformation 08:55 Navigating the IPO Process 14:12 Maintaining Growth and Profitability 23:45 Employee Engagement and Stock Rewards 25:50 New Menu Items and Market Expansion 30:31 Data-Driven Decisions and Future Plans 40:54 Conclusion and Reflections After Earnings is brought to you by Stakeholder Labs and Morning Brew.  For more go to https://www.afterearnings.com Follow Us  X: https://twitter.com/AfterEarnings TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@AfterEarnings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afterearnings_/ Reach Out  Email: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices