With over 18 years of experience in Supply Chain, Project Management, Diversity & Inclusion & Talent, Candace Barnes brings unique experience to her new role as Vice President, Global Head of DEI & Culture at Papa Johns.  In this role she serves as a change catalyst and DE&I champion for the organization, building upon the established foundation towards becoming a values-driven, diverse, and inclusive employer and franchisor.  As an organization whose top strategic priority is to build a culture of leaders who believe in inclusivity, diversity and winning, she will in partnership with the Board of Directors, Executive Leadership, cross-functional teams, and IRGs, to drive the implementation of programs and initiatives that advance a culture of inclusion and belonging, and which serve the best interests of our employees, customers, shareholders, and franchisees.

Candace’s journey began as she received her B.S degree in Business Administration and her Master’s in Business Administration from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee FL.  Said M.B.A experience included 12 months in Venlo, the Netherlands which started her love for Europe and experiencing other cultures.  Additionally, she has been certified as a Project Management Professional since 2013, a volunteer coach with Pathways to Successful Living Seminars and a certified coach with Coach Training Alliance (CTACC).