Headquartered in Louisville, KY, Papa John’s began its operations in 1984. This Delaware Corporation, operates and franchises pizza delivery and carryout restaurants in the United States and other specific international markets. The company’s dine-in and delivery restaurants operate under the brand name Papa John’s.

As of Jun 30, 2024, the company had global restaurant count of 5,883, with operations in 49 countries and territories worldwide. Of these, 570 were company-owned and the remaining 5,313 were franchised restaurants. Meanwhile, 2,436 restaurants are operating internationally.

Papa John’s reportable segments include domestic company-owned restaurants, domestic commissaries, North America franchising and international operations. North America encompasses operations in the United States and Canada. Domestic incorporates the adjoining areas of the United States. International franchisees are defined as all franchise operations outside of the United States and Canada.

Papa John’s has been reeling under negative publicity for quite a long time, owing to the denouncement of its ex-CEO, John H. Schnatter, on the grounds of a racial slur. Ever since Papa John’s has been trying to make significant changes in its board and is trying to revive consumer sentiment.

The company directed its efforts toward implementing strategic objectives and establishing a groundwork for sustained success amid a challenging macroeconomic environment. It is emphasizing the ‘Back to BETTER 2.0’ campaign to boost systemwide sales by amplifying national marketing investments and efficacy in North America and expediting North America development. They are refining the Domestic Commissary operations to deliver cost reductions for franchisees and additional profits for their business model.