MILFORD, Conn. – Subway Restaurants has announced the promotion of Trevor Haynes to chief business development officer. Previously, Haynes served as Subway’s vice president of operations. In his new role, Haynes will support the global directors as they build their teams and worldwide business.

Trevor Haynes, chief business development officer, Subway

"In today's highly competitive marketplace, each team will be able to benefit from the knowledge and experience Trevor will bring to his new role," Subway president and CEO Suzanne Greco said in a statement. "The 11 years of global experience Trevor brings, and his deep understanding of international markets, will allow him to provide a critical perspective to the regional directors and help each identify and overcome the challenges they face."

Haynes’ international experience with Subway includes territory manager in Australia from 2006 to 2009 and senior area development manager for UK and Ireland from 2009 to 2014, at which time he joined the Milford, Connecticut, team as global director of operations. As vice president of operations, Haynes responsibilities included franchisee and field engagement; improving franchisee profitability; creating an exceptional guest experience; improving operational efficiencies in each restaurant; and enhancing restaurant décor and design.

"I am fortunate to have had a wonderful career here; working with great teams in Australia and the UK and then with a phenomenal headquarters operations team," Haynes said. "I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and working with the regional directors to create a path for the brand internationally that will provide the best and most comprehensive support system for the people that really make things happen: the Subway Franchisees."