This document outlines a strategic recommendation for Einstein Bros Bagels to define their brand narrative and position themselves for long-term growth. It analyzes conventions in their category that can help or hinder them, and identifies opportunities to shift away from conventions like one-dimensional advertising, focusing only on rational attributes, and discounting. The recommendation is to tell a brand story, imbue meaning beyond just food, create a branded experience, and sharpen their messaging. It also identifies opportunities in their key audience segments of "Food Enthusiasts" and those who are "On-the-go", by deepening their emotional connection and capturing more of the emotional and social space around food. The document proposes leveraging their heritage in a