CAVA Appoints Amiee Bayer-Thomas to Its Board
CAVA Group, Inc., a Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant brand, has appointed Amiee Bayer-Thomas as a new member of its board of directors. Effective July 29, 2026, Bayer-Thomas brings over three decades of leadership experience in retail and operations to the role. Bayer-Thomas is currently Chief Retail Officer at Ulta Beauty, where she oversees store operations across more than 1,500 locations and tens of thousands of employees. Her expertise includes supply chain management, operational excellence, talent development, and crisis response during disruptions. CAVA's CEO praised her leadership style for aligning with the company’s values-based culture. Bayer-Thomas has previously held executive roles at JCPenney and Limited Brands and currently serves on other boards such as YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Her addition to the board is expected to support CAVA in its expansion efforts, particularly through her experience in scaling national operations.