Restaurant Associates Names Sarah Calhoun as Chief Financial Officer

Restaurant Associates (R/A) is proud to announce the promotion of Sarah Calhoun to Chief Financial Officer. Sarah joined Compass Group in 2013, and R/A in 2023, and has since made an indelible impact on the organization.  

In her previous role as Senior Vice President of Finance, Sarah worked alongside senior leadership to shape the company’s financial strategy, demonstrating exceptional leadership, strategic insight, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. 

Sarah brings a wealth of expertise to her new role, with more than 14 years of experience in finance and accounting. Her background includes leadership across key financial functions such as accounting, consolidation, technical guidance, and IFRS implementation. Before joining Restaurant Associates, Sarah held several senior finance roles within Compass Group, including Vice President of Technical Accounting and Financial Reporting. She began her career in public accounting, where she delivered audit services across a broad range of industries. 

“Sarah has been instrumental in our continued growth and success,” said Ed Brown, CEO of Restaurant Associates. “Her leadership has elevated our finance organization to one of the most respected in the hospitality industry. I have every confidence that under her guidance, we will continue to set new standards for operational excellence and financial performance.” 

R/A congratulates Sarah on this well-deserved promotion and looks forward to continued innovation and growth under her financial stewardship.