As Chief Financial Officer at Straightaway, Louie Psallidas oversees financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, tax matters, technology, insurance, and employee benefit plans. He collaborates closely with Brand Presidents and operational teams to drive results and ensure financial excellence. With over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry in similar roles, Louie brings a wealth of knowledge to the Straightaway leadership team.
A proud graduate of Suffolk University in Boston, Louie grew up in the city he fondly calls “Title Town” and still carries that hometown pride. Married to his high school sweetheart Lisa, Louie is a proud father of three grown children—Kristina, Melissa, and Peter—and an enthusiastic grandfather to his 18-month-old grandson, Georgie.
His first job was making donuts at Dunkin’ Donuts, but his college gig as a collection agent for a wholesale shoe distributor—where he jokingly referred to himself as a “leg breaker”—gave him an early understanding of accountability and negotiation. When he’s not focused on financial strategy, Louie enjoys golfing and spending quality time with his family.
True to his motto, “living the dream,” Louie approaches life and work with enthusiasm, dedication, and a love for the people around him.
