Improvement in Shop Profit Margins
Delivered a 70 basis point year-over-year improvement in shop profit margins.
Franchise Revenue Growth
Franchise revenue increased by 79% compared to the third quarter of the previous year, driven by a 30% increase in franchised units.
Successful New Shop Openings
Opened 8 new shops in Q3, with a total of 15 openings year-to-date, and expect 24 to 26 total shops for the year.
Digital Sales and Loyalty Program Success
Digital business represented over 38% of total shop sales, with Potbelly-owned channels contributing to an increase of approximately 100 basis points versus last year. The Perks loyalty program saw increased frequency in every cohort.
Adjusted EBITDA Growth
Achieved a 19% growth in adjusted EBITDA year-over-year, reaching $8.7 million or 7.5% of total revenue.
Franchise Shop Commitments
Increased total year-to-date franchise shop commitments to 86, an increase of 32 relative to the last quarter.