Topic: Ron Shaich

Vote of Confidence

The only thing the economy has to fear is fear itself: indecisive CEOs, risk-averse companies, frightened frontline executives. Take a journey into a different side of corporate America: people and companies that are playing with confidence and playing to win. Their experiences just might boost your confidence.READ»

Four Leaders You Need To Know

They may not be CNBC regulars, but this fab four represent what's needed today: CEOs with vision who also aren't afraid to get their hands dirty.READ»

High-Tech Runner-up: Panera Bread

Connecting people pays off.READ»

The Price is Right

Sure, everybody loves a bargain. But smart companies know we'll also happily pay a premium for products we really love. These "new luxuries" aren't always what you'd expect, either.READ»

Chatter

Low-Carb Carnage.READ»

Rising Dough: Why Panera Bread Is on a Roll

How Panera is thriving by selling real food -- and a gathering space -- in suburbiaREAD»

• Gimme Some Bread

Creme of the Crop

Dunkin' Donuts' CEO on turnarounds, the value of values, and the "healthy halo"READ»