Jim Hyatt

Biography

 Hyatt, who served as CEO of Church's Chicken from September 2011 through November 2016, also held the top job at Cosi. He replaces Lane Cardwell, who had been holding the president and CEO titles in an interim basis, and will remain a member of the board of directors. "As an industry veteran and proven leader, Jim brings to us a wealth of knowledge and experience including significant operating expertise in driving sales and profitability," said Ruby Tuesday Non-Executive Chairman Stephen Sadove in a press release. "His skill set will be valuable as we evaluate all strategic options and will not alter that process other than to add Jim's expertise to the board."

Research Interest

 SALES AND MANAGEMENT