Togo's Sandwiches

Leadership

Togo's former CEO left the brand last year to take another job. Now he's back

Glenn Lunde departed the fast-casual sandwich chain last year to lead Yoshinoya America. But Lunde is back, after less than a year.

Leadership

Togo's Sandwiches CFO adds CEO title

Matt Dowling takes dual role at the helm of the more than 170-unit fast-casual sandwich chain.

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Longtime leader Tony Gioia is stepping down.

The sandwich category increased sales by 2.9% and units by 0.3%, despite category heavyweight Subway's 1.7% sales decline and 1.3% unit decline.

Generously portioned, made-to-order sandwiches on housemade bread

It offers made-to-order sandwiches on housemade bread