Papa John's International, Inc., founded on October 2, 1984, by John Schnatter, is a global pizza restaurant chain headquartered in Cumberland, Georgia, and Jeffersontown, Kentucky. The company operates over 5,400 locations worldwide, offering a variety of products including pizza, chicken wings, and desserts. Papa John's core mission is to deliver high-quality pizza with superior ingredients, focusing on customer satisfaction and convenience through delivery and carryout services.
Notable figures associated with Papa John's include Robert M. Lynch, the President and CEO, and key executives like Max Wetzel (CMO) and Jim Norberg (COO). The company is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker PZZA and is a component of the S&P 600. With a revenue of $1.81 billion in the fiscal year, Papa John's has made a significant impact in the restaurant industry, known for its commitment to quality and innovation in pizza delivery services.