Reese Stewart

Chief Financial Officer, Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc.

Professional Overview
Reese Stewart is an accomplished finance executive with extensive experience in the restaurant industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc., he oversees all financial operations, strategic planning, and business performance optimization for this prominent regional restaurant chain.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Reese has served as the Chief Financial Officer of Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc. since August 2019. In this role, he is responsible for managing the company's financial strategies, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Reese also plays a key role in driving operational efficiency, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting the overall business growth and profitability of the organization.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Bojangles', Reese held various finance leadership positions in the restaurant industry, including Chief Financial Officer roles at Cici's Pizza and Krystal Company. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong track record of driving financial performance, implementing robust financial controls, and partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives.

Academic Background
Reese holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics/Business from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he graduated in 1989.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Financial reporting and control

• Strategic business partnering

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Risk management and compliance

• Process improvement and operational efficiency

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Bojangles', Reese has played a pivotal role in driving financial discipline, enhancing profitability, and supporting the company's strategic initiatives. He has led the implementation of advanced financial systems and processes, resulting in improved data-driven decision-making and enhanced visibility into the organization's financial performance.

Conclusion
With his extensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and deep understanding of the restaurant industry, Reese Stewart is well-positioned to continue driving the financial success and growth of Bojangles' Restaurants, Inc. as its Chief Financial Officer.