Jersey Mike’s Subs has announced the appointment of Michele Allen as chief financial officer, effective Dec. 1. She brings over 25 years of financial leadership in hospitality and franchising.
As CFO, Allen will oversee the company’s global finance organization, supply chain and enterprise performance management as Jersey Mike’s scales its footprint across the U.S. and into key international markets.
Drawing on her extensive background, Allen will play a central role in supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans while maintaining the data-driven financial discipline that has underpinned its success.
She steps into the role previously held by Walter Tombs, who is retiring from Jersey Mike’s in January 2026 after 26 years with the company. Tombs will continue to support Jersey Mike’s in the transition over the next year as an advisor.
“As we look ahead, Michele will be an excellent addition to our leadership team, bringing valuable experience to help guide the company through its next phase of evolution as we continue to scale,” said Charlie Morrison, chief executive officer of Jersey Mike’s.
“Her deep expertise in franchise-first business models, combined with her track record of building high-performing finance teams and leading through transformation at one of the largest publicly traded hospitality companies, makes her exceptionally well-suited to support our continued growth.”
“Jersey Mike’s combines strong unit economics, a powerful franchise model and a culture grounded in service and integrity,” said Allen. “I’ve dedicated my career to helping franchisees maximize their earnings potential, building finance organizations that strengthen decision quality and driving long-term value through disciplined execution.
“The opportunity to contribute those strengths to a brand with this level of momentum and potential is extraordinary, and I look forward to partnering with Charlie, the leadership team and our franchisees to build on the company’s success and help shape its next chapter of growth.”
Most recently, Allen served as chief financial officer and head of strategy at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s largest franchising companies. During her tenure, she helped guide the company through complex transactions, strategic transformation, macro disruptions and the demands of the public markets with consistency and clarity.
