Chris Tomasso serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of First Watch Restaurant Group, Inc., the leading daytime dining restaurant concept known for its fresh, made-to-order breakfast, brunch, and lunch offerings. With more than 25 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industries, Tomasso joined First Watch in 2013 as Chief Financial Officer, after holding senior finance roles at Bloomin' Brands, Inc., where he oversaw international operations for brands like Outback Steakhouse, and at Darden Restaurants, Inc. His early career at Ernst & Young equipped him with deep expertise in financial auditing, strategic planning, and operational finance. Under Tomasso's leadership, First Watch achieved transformative growth, including a successful initial public offering on the NASDAQ in February 2021 under the ticker FWRG, which provided capital for accelerated expansion. He advanced to Executive Vice President, CFO, and Treasurer before being named President in 2020 and assuming the CEO role in June 2022. During his tenure, the company has expanded from around 300 restaurants to more than 500 locations across 29 states, delivering record revenues, strong same-store sales growth, and enhanced profitability through innovative menu development and operational efficiencies. As President and CEO, Tomasso drives First Watch's strategic vision, emphasizing a culture of genuine hospitality, team member empowerment, and guest satisfaction. His focus on sustainable growth, digital innovation, and supply chain resilience has solidified the company's position as an industry leader, earning accolades such as being named a top workplace by Fortune and Great Place to Work.