EPISODE · Feb 11, 2025 · 24 MIN
Christine Johnson’s Path From the Courtroom to the Cafe
from Women in Restaurant Leadership · host Satyne Doner
How does a legal powerhouse transition into leading a beloved French café brand? ☕️✨🥐In this episode, we sit down with Christine Johnson, who was COO of la Madeleine at the time of this recording and now serves as executive vice president, to explore her unique journey from practicing law to overseeing operations at a national restaurant chain.Christine shares how her legal expertise has shaped her leadership approach, from strategic decision-making to navigating industry regulations. We’ll also dive into how she balances la Madeleine’s legacy with innovation, leads through change, and mentors the next generation of restaurant leaders. #WiRLPower ❤️
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How does a legal powerhouse transition into leading a beloved French café brand? ☕️✨🥐 In this episode, we sit down with Christine Johnson, who was COO of la Madeleine at the time of this recording and now serves as executive vice president, to explore her unique journey from practicing law to overseeing operations at a national restaurant chain. Christine shares how her legal expertise has shaped her leadership approach, from strategic decision-making to navigating industry regulations. We’ll...
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