Robert Bertram is a distinguished corporate lawyer with more than 20 years of experience advising high-growth companies in the consumer, technology, and food sectors. He began his career as an associate at Cooley LLP, a premier Silicon Valley law firm, where he advanced to partner, specializing in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and initial public offerings. Bertram's early work focused on emerging startups, earning him a reputation for navigating complex regulatory environments and structuring deals that fueled innovation in the tech and restaurant industries. In 2016, Bertram joined Sweetgreen as Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary, where he spearheaded legal strategies supporting the company's nationwide expansion and IPO preparations. He brought this expertise to CAVA Group Inc. in 2018, serving as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary. In these roles, he managed all legal affairs, including compliance, contracts, intellectual property, and governance, while guiding CAVA through aggressive growth from fewer than 50 locations to over 300, amid the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. As Former Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, Bertram's crowning achievement was leading CAVA's blockbuster initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange in June 2023 under the ticker "CAVA," which debuted at a $5.7 billion valuation and raised over $350 million. His strategic oversight ensured robust corporate governance and risk management, positioning CAVA as a leader in the fast-casual dining space and paving the way for sustained market success.