Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Operating Partner
Leander Brune seamlessly bridges the gap between executive leadership and front-line entrepreneurship. As Burgermeister’s Chief Operating Officer, Leander is the master of systems, standardization, and supply chain logistics during the brand’s explosive growth phase. He plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the company’s massive in-house production facilities – where every signature bun is baked and every patty is ground – can support rapid international expansion without ever compromising on the original quality standards established in Kreuzberg.
Not content to lead from the boardroom alone, Leander recently took his dedication to the brand a step further by opening and actively operating his very own Burgermeister location in Leipzig. By stepping into the role of a hands-on operating partner while fully maintaining his critical duties as COO, he demonstrates the ultimate confidence in the Burgermeister business model and the long-term success of its expanding franchise system.
Leander’s unique dual role is a massive strategic asset to the company. It ensures that the executive team never loses touch with the realities of daily restaurant operations. By applying his corporate expertise directly to the guest experience in Leipzig, Leander is able to fine-tune the operating system from the inside out. His journey proves that Burgermeister’s leadership truly walks the walk, deeply understanding both the corporate vision and the hustle required to run a highly successful local store.
