Annick Van Overstraeten

Chief Executive Officer at Le Pain Quotidien | Building a Global Franchise Community of Hosts & Serving +10 million Guests a Year

Annick Van Overstraeten is the Chief Executive Officer of Le Pain Quotidien, a position she has held since July 2020.1 With over 500 connections on LinkedIn, she is based in the Brussels Metropolitan Area.1

Professional Experience

Annick has an extensive background in the food and restaurant industry:

Le Pain Quotidien: CEO (July 2020 - Present)1
Lunch Garden Restaurant: CEO (January 2010 - July 2020)1
Quick restaurants: General Manager Belux (January 2004 - October 2009)1
Sa confiserie Leonidas: Commercial and Marketing Manager (September 1999 - January 2004)1

Education

She holds a degree in economic sciences (licentiaat, economische wetenschappen) from KU Leuven, which she obtained between 1983 and 1987.1

Recent Activities

Annick is actively involved in various aspects of Le Pain Quotidien's operations and expansion:

In June 2024, she hosted a gathering in Brussels for franchise partners, focusing on productive discussions and strategic planning.2
She has been involved in the company's expansion into India, working with the LPQ team to grow the brand globally.3
In June 2024, she hosted an event at Le Pain Quotidien Galerie de la Reine for hub.brussels, demonstrating her engagement with local business communities.4
She oversaw the opening of the first Le Pain Quotidien in Luxembourg in November 2023.5

Annick Van Overstraeten's leadership and visionary approach have had a significant impact on Le Pain Quotidien and its growth strategies.6