Lori Goldstrohm is the Senior Vice President of People & Culture at NAYA, a fast-growing Middle Eastern fast-casual restaurant. With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Lori specializes in building people-first organizations that scale successfully in high-growth environments.

Throughout her career, Lori has focused on developing strong company cultures, leadership development programs, and operational systems that support both employees and business performance. She has held executive leadership roles across several emerging restaurant brands, such as Chipotle and CAVA, helping organizations grow by investing in people, engagement, and operational excellence.

At NAYA, Lori leads the company’s People & Culture strategy, ensuring the organization has the leadership, structure, and culture needed to scale as the brand continues its rapid growth. She is dedicated to building high-performing teams and scalable people systems that drive exceptional guest experiences and long-term business success.