Covelli

Covelli is a surname of Italian origin that has become associated with a number of business and civic entities in the United States. In contemporary use, the name is closely linked to Covelli Enterprises, a private company based in Youngstown, Ohio, and to venues that carry the Covelli brand through naming rights.

Covelli Enterprises is a privately held company known for operating Panera Bread franchises in parts of Ohio and western Pennsylvania. In addition to foodservice, the company engages in real estate development, property management, and other business activities linked to hospitality and consumer services. Through its size and regional footprint, Covelli Enterprises has become a notable local business presence in northeastern Ohio.

The Covelli Centre is a multipurpose arena in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, named for Covelli Enterprises under a naming-rights agreement. The venue hosts a range of events, including sports competitions, concerts, and conventions, and it has served as a key anchor for the city’s entertainment and events economy. It opened in the mid-2000s and has since operated as a fixture of the local cultural scene.

Notable individuals with the surname include Sam Covelli, an entrepreneur associated with Covelli Enterprises and its Panera Bread franchise operations. Through its business activities and regional investments, the Covelli name is tied to economic development and community infrastructure in the Ohio-Pennsylvania area.

In broader usage, Covelli can appear in corporate branding and local place names, reflecting the impact of the Covelli family and enterprises in the region.