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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisFreddie's patch has never looked better! As a company proud to be headquartered in Atlanta, showcasing Papa Johns support in the community is so important to winning over the hearts and minds of fans all over the city! HUGE congrats to Mikaela Campbell who has led this process from day 1 to build an incredible relationship with AMB Sports and Entertainment and to Chris Lee who helped set us up for long term success!Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisToday we announced a new multiyear partnership with AMB Sports and Entertainment, becoming the Official Pizza Partner of the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e9mNEr_h
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared this"Sales over night, Brand over time." Greg Creed would tell us this every day, almost like a mantra. You always have to drive same stores sales in the restaurant business, but you also have to put dollars in to the brand bank, creating more moments and cultural connections for consumers to experience your brand. This week, Papa Johns partnership with PopUp Bagels is exactly that - an opportunity to work with an incredible brand to stoke the flames around the fandom for our Pepperoncini and Special Garlic Sauce. The comments on social say it all: "it's absolutely delicious" "it's truly the most insane thing i've ever had" "more delicious than i've ever imagined" and my favorite: "shut up, shut up, where are you guys RN, can you airdrop me this" None of this gets done without an amazing team creating magic! Leah Redwine, Kethely Da Silva, Mia Schega, Briana Soto, Nickalos Mosley, Joel Brown, Trevor Hird, Michelle Philippe, Tom Smith, Ardyn Solomon Go try some Pepperoncini Schmear and Special Garlic Butter ASAP!
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisFinally had a chance to see where it all began this week with a visit to Louisville and the Papa Johns mothership. As a certified brand nerd (and it’s my job!) - it was so cool to see the heritage and history of the company, the care of our incredible quality control centers that make our fresh dough, and so many wonderful team mates that help us build this business. Seeing where we started is always a great reminder of how far we have come - and where we can continue to grow!
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisMonterey Car Week is like Christmas to petrol heads everywhere. It's that magical time of year where the most beautiful cars descend on coastal California and fill every parking spot, In N Out Drive thru, and golf course around the city. Not being there this year is giving me some serious FOMO because some of the launches have been insane. - LVMH partnering with Singer for their gorgeous 911's that bring the best of both brands together. Incredible coach building, hand crafted craftsmanship, and an attention to detail that shows up in every stitch. - Porsche Cars North America listening to their fans and launching a new 911 Carrera S with a MANUAL! Can't stop drooling over this one. - Ford Motor Company launching the Dark Horse Convertible, because there is no better driving experience than the wind in your hair and the sound of a HUGE motor. - Lucid Motors launching their fastest new Gravity GT-S with an asphalt-eating 1070 horsepower... from all electric motors. The automotive world continues to evolve, but it still warms my heart to see passion and performance bring so many people together... Drop in any others that I missed in the comments! (not written by AI, just me)
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisYou know the team is KILLING it when People Inc., Complex NTWRK, and Ad Age recognize their incredible work. Papa Johns Pizza Planet doesn't happen without Janelle Panebianco, Noomi Grootens, Michelle Philippe, Nicole Parker, Alex Pierce, Kelsey Bradford leading the charge every day for the past year to bring this nostalgic moment to the masses. Can't wait for the the launch! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/e3naPwux
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisEveryone is talking about the #Ferrari Luce and I am here for it. Cars are supposed to create emotion, stir up intense feelings, drive debate. Love it or hate it, they got the world to talk about their new design language and their vision for electrification. It's a BOLD design, something that doesn't look like a traditional Ferrari, and that's OK. I like that they took a chance, did something different. The Daytona, Testarossa, Enzo, and even the Purosangue all were departures from their traditional design, and the world is better for it. If someone wants a Ferrari sports car, they have several versions available. They needed to push the boundaries and I'm glad they did. It's easy to do the same thing over and over again but it takes courage to try something new. Time will tell whether this becomes a classic, a cult favorite, or a depreciation king. Either way, it's a step in a new direction for a brand that has always broke the mold on design. I'll be running to the comments section on every post! #EV #Luxury #FerrariLuce
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisThere is no franchise more iconic than Toy Story and we're thrilled to be working with Disney / Pixar to bring the Toy Story 5 magic to every Papa Johns around the world. Stay tuned for more exciting details around some delicious new pizzas, giveaways, and maaayybbeee another fun surprise... 🚀Shivram Vaideeswaran shared this🚨🚨🚨 Collab Alert!!! Papa Johns announces a global partnership with Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5, the first ever pizza collaboration in the history of the movie franchise. Toy Story 5 premieres June 19, marking the return of one of the most beloved animated franchises of all time. To celebrate, Papa Johns will activate a fully integrated campaign designed to tap into multi-generational nostalgia, drive customer acquisition, and accelerate trial through limited-time personal pizzas inspired by the film. Be on the lookout for more to be revealed soon, and get your hands on exclusive character collectibles in participating markets throughout the world. Credit goes to the amazing PJI cross-functional teams, franchisees, and agencies across the globe, as well as our partners at Disney and Pixar. Jan Coleman Lylle Breier Jenna Bromberg Andrew Lanzziano Janelle Panebianco Shivram Vaideeswaran John Matter David M. Smith Nicole Parker Zahra Asharia Georgia Wilkins Chris Phylactou Ann Zhang Gokhan Altay Raul Fosca Lee Leadbeatter Adam Wilcock Mark Gabrovic https://lnkd.in/eSkkuNty
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisLaunching 2 new massive platforms in 2 months is easy when you have the best team in the business! Try all three and tell me which one is your favorite! Jenna Bromberg, Mark Gabrovic, Nicole Parker, Tom Smith, Leah Redwine, Alex PierceShivram Vaideeswaran shared thisMore QSR menu moves today as Papa Johns is getting into a new category with “Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches.” They’re built on ciabatta-style bread and layered with meats, white American cheese, and new signature sauces, and then brushed with the chain’s Special Garlic Sauce and finished with either a pizza ranch or rich garlic truffle sauce. Some options include Philly Cheesesteak, Chicken Bacon Ranch, and Steak & Mushroom. “This launch is more than a new menu item—it’s a statement about where our brand is headed,” said Shivram Vaideeswaran, SVP of brand marketing at Papa Johns. “We’re taking the flavor and quality leadership we’ve built in pizza and pushing it further. We’ve created sandwiches that stand out in a crowded category by delivering a more intense, satisfying, and premium flavor experience. Oven-Toasted Sandwiches are our next step in bringing bold innovation and high-quality ingredients to everything we do.” More: https://lnkd.in/e_D8qUZW
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Shivram Vaideeswaran shared thisProtein doesn't need to be a sad bar or a chalky shake (trust me, I've tried them all). Excited to see our new Protein-Infused Crust testing here in Atlanta, Up to 55g of protein, 6 cheeses, and Papa Johns quality. It tastes DELICIOUS and I get to hit a few of my macros :) https://lnkd.in/ef3iDsHpPapa Johns Rolls Out New Pizzas with Protein-Infused CrustPapa Johns Rolls Out New Pizzas with Protein-Infused Crust
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Shivram Vaideeswaran reacted on thisShivram Vaideeswaran reacted on thisToday, I am thrilled to officially start my new role as Senior Director of Development for PIZZANA! I could not be happier to join such an incredible brand and team. It is a true pleasure to reunite with our CEO, Dan Harmon. Having worked together previously at Smoothie King, I know firsthand the incredible leadership he brings. He has assembled the perfect team to accelerate our franchising model and scale the business to new heights. We have a remarkably exciting year ahead, and I cannot wait to dive in. Please follow along as we embark on this next chapter of growth! 🍕 #NewRole #Franchising #BusinessDevelopment #Pizzana #GrowthStrategy #Leadership
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisToday is a big day for Luna Grill, restaurant #65 is officially open in Forney, Texas. And we’re (still) just getting started. Over the next year, we remain on pace to open more than one restaurant per month. Growth at this speed can sometimes feel like racing around the track while changing the tires at the same time. You have to keep performing comp sales while constantly building for what’s next. None of this happens without an incredible team. My sincere thanks and gratitude go to our NRO teams and everyone across Luna Grill who works behind the scenes to make each opening possible. Their commitment, resilience, and attention to detail are what allow us to grow the right way Billy Grenham Nikki Chanpasorn Thomas McNally Steve Holliday Maddie Nixon Maddie Ahrens Paul Brown Rebecca Herrera
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Shivram Vaideeswaran reacted on thisShivram Vaideeswaran reacted on this2 thumbs up for 2 years at Yahoo! 👍👍 Year 2 was BUSYYYY. We reminded everyone that Replying All is terrifying, drizzled olive oil on keyboards with our friends at Graza, and turned Dylan Efron into Shredded Santa. We put Frankie Muniz in a 90’s cereal commercial for Yahoo Games x Crushable, talked to Mauricio Umansky about his commitment issues and took over SXSW with a gaggle of purple people. We launched “Cardi B Busy” to support Yahoo Mail’s new Planner feature alongside the icon herself, created…basically a straight jacket for your thumb…for April Fools Day, and won a The Webby Awards for a Grass Keyboard. We sent the social team up on the Goodyear Blimp, put Denny Hamlin’s email address on his NASCAR car, created a desk out of sand and made a wedding video deepfake to celebrate The Big Day (the start of football season). We made “just bumping this” jokes for a Marky's Caviar collab, turned Kyle Cooke into our Weatherboy and sent Robert Griffin III back to college. And So. Much. More 🚀 So here’s to a 3rd year as a steward of the good & hilarious internet. May it B just as fun and may it B just as busy.
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisAttended today’s 49ers game with Yahoo colleagues — packed stadium, electric atmosphere, and yodeling everywhere. What an experience!
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisWe opened a new Sam's Club in Lathrop, CA last week, and it’s a nice reminder of something I think #retail occasionally makes more complicated than it needs to be. Members want great physical stores. They also want great #digital experiences. Sometimes you want to walk the club, discover something you didn’t know you needed, grab a sample and leave wondering how a 75-inch TV somehow ended up in the cart. Other days you want dinner, diapers or paper towels at your door in an hour. Same member. Same week. Sometimes the same day. Nobody wakes up and says, “I’m feeling particularly #omnichannel today.” Our job is just to make every choice easy and make the value obvious. The club should be worth the trip. Digital should give you time back. And both should feel unmistakably Sam’s. Big congratulations to the team in Lathrop. Another club open, and a lot more members to serve. #CX #leadership #management #ecommerce
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisA few weeks into their roles, I'd like to properly welcome two new leaders to Inspire and specifically to the Buffalo Wild Wings team. Scott Nelson has joined as Chief Marketing Officer for Buffalo Wild Wings, and Ahmed Awadallah as Chief Operating Officer for Buffalo Wild Wings Sports Bars. Both have hit the ground running, and it's already clear our guests and team members are going to feel the difference. Great brands are built by great people. At Inspire, we're focused on bringing in exceptional talent from outside and growing the incredible talent we already have. Scott and Ahmed are a great example of the first, and they'll play a big part in the second as they build and develop their own teams. It's one of the best parts of my job to see strong leaders choose Inspire, and I can't wait to see what they do next. Scott, Ahmed, welcome aboard!
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisI’m pleased to announce the promotion of Becky Felis from VP, International Marketing to Chief Marketing Officer, International at Inspire Brands. Over the past eight years at Inspire, Becky has played an important role in strengthening our brands and advancing marketing innovation across more than 50 international markets, supporting the growth of Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's and SONIC around the world. Her leadership, strategic thinking and deep understanding of our business have helped drive meaningful growth and build stronger connections with guests globally. Congratulations, Becky! I’m excited to see all you’ll accomplish in this next chapter and look forward to having you continue to lead our international marketing efforts.
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Shivram Vaideeswaran liked thisShivram Vaideeswaran liked thisAt SONIC our competitive advantage walks, skates, and serves every day. As the only QSR that engages every guest face-to-face, our team members create the experiences that defines our brand. Thank you for living the Sonic Way, being Intentionally Sonic, and continually becoming Better Today Than You Were Yesterday. Today, we proudly celebrate the people who make Sonic unlike anywhere else. Inspire #SonicWay #IntentionallySonic #BetterTodayThanYesterday #FoodServiceWorkersDay
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Volunteer Experience
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Medical Committee Volunteer
Good Mews Animal Foundation
- Present 3 years 3 months
Animal Welfare
Providing medical care and support for new and injured cats and kittens
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Mentor
Tiger Woods Foundation
- 4 years 1 month
Education
Mentor for the Earl Woods Scholarship Program, fostering relationships with talented students starting their college careers
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Volunteer / Foster
CatPaws
- 4 years
Animal Welfare
Volunteer / Foster for feline rescue organization, helped with adoption drives and fundraising.
Honors & Awards
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Top 40 Brand Marketers Under 40 West Coast
Brand Innovators
http://brand-innovators.com/40under40/40-under-40-west-2016-list/
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Marketer of the Year
Ad Age
http://adage.com/article/special-report-marketer-alist-2013/taco-bell-ad-age-s-marketer-year/243852/
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President's Award
Taco Bell
For driving our beverage business and increasing brand profitability
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CEO's Award
CEO Yum Brands - David Novak
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