Focus Brands
Industry: Company
DescriptionFocus Brands is an affiliate of the Atlanta-based private equity firm, Roark Capital Group, that currently owns the Schlotzsky's, Carvel, Cinnabon, Moe's Southwest Grill, McAlister's Deli, Auntie Anne's and Jamba Juice brands. It is based in Sandy Springs, Georgia and operates over 5,000 stores. Headquarters: Atlanta, GA CEO: Steve DeSutter (Mar 17, 2014–) Owner: Roark Capital Group Founded: 2001 Subsidiaries: Cinnabon, Moe's Southwest Grill, McAlister's Deli, Type of business: Privately held company
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Focus Brands Employees
22squared May 2015 - Present
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - May 2015
BRUNNER November 2014 - January 2015
GO! EXPERIENCE DESIGN May 2014 - September 2014
Wunderman June 2013 - September 2013
Orange Twin Records April 2006 - 2013
Fat Man Touring January 2006 - January 2012
Skills
Music, Music Production, Music Industry, Recording, Entertainment, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Talent Booking, Songwriting, Composition, Blogging, Nonprofits, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Copywriting, Web Design, Visual Storytelling, Brand Development, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Event Planning, Event Management, Advertising, Digital Media, Layout, Creative Strategy
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Advertising, 4.0
TJX September 2012 - Present
JVT Advisors July 2009 - August 2012
Focus Brands June 2007 - May 2009
Technisource May 2006 - May 2007
Retail Data Systems September 2005 - March 2006
Huddle House September 2004 - September 2005
Skills
CCNA, MCP, MCSE, Troubleshooting, Software Installation, POS, Microsoft Certified..., Printers, Technical Support, Help Desk Support, Disaster Recovery, Laptops, IT Management, Windows Server, Leadership, Business Analysis, Software Documentation
Education
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology
FOCUS Brands February 2014 - Present
Italianni's International October 2010 - February 2014
Caribou Coffee August 2005 - September 2010
Fowlers Mill Group LTD April 1995 - December 2004
TGI Fridays 1982 - 1995
Skills
Food Service, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Food, Franchising, Income Statement, Cooking, Micros, Customer Service, Food Safety, Catering, International..., P&L, Leadership, Profit, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Franchise Consulting, Food & Beverage, Multi-unit, Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, P&L Management, Fine Dining, Food Industry, Culinary Skills, Hiring, Sales, New Restaurant Openings, Wine, Budgets, Retail, Pre-opening, Marketing Strategy, Operations Management, Training, Hospitality, Event Management, Cost Control, Inventory Management
Education
SEA 1979 — 1979
University of Rhode Island 1974 — 1979
BS, Natural Resources
UFC GYM April 2015 - Present
FOCUS Brands January 2009 - December 2014
Outback Steakhouse International September 2007 - January 2009
Wendys International 2002 - 2007
Cole Henderson Drake 1999 - 2002
Skills
Marketing, Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Franchising, Integrated Marketing, Field Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Restaurants, Brand Management, Market Planning, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Event Planning, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Press Releases, Marketing Budget..., Merchandising, Facebook, Presentation Development
Education
The University of Georgia 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Speech Communications
Focus Brands July 1996 - Present
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Team Building, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Training, Quality Assurance, Management, Food, Budgets, Catering, Retail, Restaurants, P&L, Food & Beverage
Education
The University of Georgia
Food Science
Focus Brands April 2012 - February 2015
Campero USA April 2007 - June 2009
Republic Beverage Company June 2006 - April 2007
Boston Pizza International June 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Hospitality, Training, Franchising, Food Service, Coaching, Food, Income Statement, Marketing, P, Retail, Sales, Strategy, Catering, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of North Texas 2000 — 2003
Business, Marketing and Spanish
VISION COACHING - Franchise Consulting August 2005 - Present
Saladworks, LLC September 2013 - February 2015
FOCUS Brands January 2012 - September 2013
Orion Food Systems September 2005 - July 2011
Automation Centre April 2000 - July 2005
Gimbel Glove Company March 1997 - March 2000
The Schwan Food Company January 1993 - January 1997
Skills
FMCG, Cross-functional Team..., Business Strategy, Business Networking, Business Planning, Profit Maximization, Selling, Analytics, Employee Benefits, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Budgets, Business Development, Strategy, Leadership, Management, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, New Business Development, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Start-ups
Education
University of Arizona 1984 — 1988
BS, Business Administration
University of Arizona 1984 — 1988
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
McAlister's Deli February 2013 - February 2015
McAlister's Deli September 2011 - February 2013
Skills
Microsoft Dynamics, Data Analysis, Franchising, Recruiting, Project Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Budgets, Team Building, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Profit, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Management, Leadership, Restaurants, P&L
Education
Penn State University 2006 — 2010
BS, Health Policy & Administration, Economics
FOCUS Brands July 2015 - Present
Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Inc. April 2015 - June 2015
Thermo Pac, LLC June 2014 - March 2015
Thermo Pac, LLC June 2013 - June 2014
USDA-ARS November 2011 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, ServSafe Certification, Labratory Techniques, Food Science, Sensory Evaluation, Microbiology, Food Safety, Food, Leadership, HACCP, Food Technology, Food Processing, Food Industry, Ingredients, Food Microbiology, Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, HPLC, Chemistry
Education
The University of Georgia 2011 — 2013
M.S., Food Science and Technology
University of Kentucky 2006 — 2010
BS, Human Nutrition
Schlotzsky's August 2013 - Present
Focus Brands February 2009 - July 2012
Jason's Deli June 2004 - February 2009
Skills
Food Service, Restaurant Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Franchising, Food, Menu Development, Food Safety, Retail, Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Multi-unit, Catering, Marketing, Hospitality, Franchise Consulting, Culinary Skills, Inventory Management, Team Building, P&L, Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, Training, Catering Sales, Food Industry, Leadership, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets, Time Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1986 — 1993
Bachelor of Science in Advertising, marketing, business, advertising
Arby's Restaurant Group 2010 - Present
Focus Brands 2009 - 2010
Sonny's Bar-B-Q 2006 - 2009
ETSI 2004 - 2006
Raindance Communications Atlanta, GA 2002 - 2004
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing, Leadership, Public Relations, Brand Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Market Planning, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Creative Direction, Brand Development, New Business Development, Direct Marketing, Strategy, Retail, Email Marketing, Customer Service, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Management, Digital Marketing, Marketing Management, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Media Relations, Hospitality, Sponsorship, Sales, Marketing Research, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Budgets, Facebook
Education
The University of Georgia 1998 — 2002
Advertising, Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
SpeedPro Imaging of Norcross Georgia May 2015 - Present
Studio RG, an affiliate Company of Romano Gatland March 2015 - Present
Hedgehog Lacrosse February 2015 - Present
Rapid Growth Partners, LLC January 2015 - Present
Paratus Health Systems October 2013 - Present
H&J Resources, Inc January 2012 - Present
Chester's International April 2014 - August 2014
Global Franchise Group December 2011 - October 2013
Focus Brands June 2011 - October 2011
AWOG Systems, LLC August 2010 - June 2011
Skills
P&L Management, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Franchising, Start-ups, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Management, Business Development, Retail, Marketing, Team Building, Sales Management, Sales, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Change Management, Food Service, Negotiation, Strategy, Franchise Consulting, Income Statement, Brand Management, CRM, Food, Restaurants, Cross-functional Team..., Entrepreneurship, Profit, Market Planning, Operations Management, Training, FMCG, Mergers & Acquisitions, B2B, Customer Insight, Restaurant Management, Consumer Products, Multi-unit, Advertising, Coaching, Food & Beverage, Business Intelligence, Client Representation, New Restaurant Openings, Building Strong..., Location Intelligence, Strong Authentication, Customer Success, P&L
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management, General
Ogilvy & Mather September 2013 - Present
Case-Mate December 2012 - September 2013
Focus Brands November 2010 - November 2012
Sterne Agee November 2008 - November 2010
Georgian Bank November 2005 - November 2008
RBC November 2001 - November 2005
College Television Network November 1999 - November 2001
Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Brand Management, Facebook, Creative Strategy, Brand Development
Education
Portfolio Center 1998 — 2000
Writing, General
University of Michigan 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
Richmond, The American International University in London
Seeking Employment Independent ContractorClub Corp.March 2015 - August 2015
NCR Corporation January 2013 - August 2014
Focus Brands November 2010 - July 2012
California Pizza Kitchen July 2006 - September 2010
Radiant Systems Inc. 2000 - 2006
Manpower Technical 1999 - October 2000
R-One, Inc., DBA Shoney's 1995 - 1999
Skills
POS, Troubleshooting, Team Building, Computer Hardware, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Technical Support, Strategic Planning, Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Windows 7, Project Management, Franchising, Food Service, Operations Management, SQL, Food, Information Technology, Software Installation, Food, Change Management, Menu Development, Team Management, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft SQL Server, Retail, Networking, Microsoft Office, Business Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Vendor Management
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1987 — 1990
Stephen F. Austin State University 1985 — 1987
Smoak Public Relations August 2015 - Present
Harry Norman, Realtors June 2013 - Present
WYFF 2014 - 2015
WSB-TV July 2012 - November 2014
Focus Brands December 2009 - September 2012
WWBT-TV November 2006 - August 2009
WWBT-TV November 2004 - November 2006
WDTV-News Channel 5 July 2003 - November 2004
WYFF 2002 - 2003
University of Georgia 1999 - 2003
Skills
Editing, Media Relations, Facebook, Public Relations, Social Media, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Broadcast, Advertising, Broadcast Television, Breaking News, Video, Newsletters, Blogging, Storytelling, Strategic Communications, Marketing, News Writing, Press Releases, Radio, Public Speaking, Television, Copywriting, Broadcast Journalism, Video Production, New Media, Leadership
Education
The University of Georgia 1999 — 2003
ABJ, Broadcast News, Political Science
Brinker International October 2010 - August 2015
Focus Brands February 2007 - October 2010
H-E-B June 2002 - February 2007
Skills
Business, Budget, Customer Service, Energy, Hospitality, Invoicing, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Organization, Problem Solving, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Team Management, Inventory Management, Order Management, Payroll
Education
Southwest Texas State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
FOCUS Brands March 2015 - Present
Focus Brands August 2013 - March 2015
Blue Bird Corporation April 2012 - August 2013
Professional Systems, LLC October 2009 - April 2012
Alpha Delta Pi December 2009 - December 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Spanish, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Management, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Account Reconciliation, Internal Controls, Variance Analysis, Journal Entries, Tax, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Invoicing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Time Management, Data Entry, Teamwork, Financial Reporting, Research, Process Improvement
Education
Georgia College and State University 2011 — 2013
Master of Accountancy, Accounting
Mercer University - Stetson School of Business and Economics 2007 — 2011
BBA, Accounting, Spanish
FOCUS Brands August 2014 - Present
Georgia Lottery Corporation March 2013 - August 2014
InComm May 2010 - February 2013
Ernst & Young October 2008 - April 2010
Syracuse University November 2005 - September 2008
Syracuse University January 2003 - October 2005
Skills
Data Analysis, Business, Auditing, Windows, Unix, Databases, Security, Access, Visio, Information Security, Information Technology, Risk Management, Project Management, Business Analysis, Network Security, CISA, Governance, Vendor Management, IT Audit, SDLC, Active Directory, PCI DSS, Windows Server, Disaster Recovery, CISSP, Computer Security, Business Process, Firewalls
Education
Syracuse University 2003 — 2005
Masters of Science, Information Technology Management
Planview March 2013 - Present
Focus Brands June 2012 - March 2013
IBC Bank June 2010 - May 2012
IBC Bank June 2010 - August 2010
Hermann Sons Youth Camp July 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Computer Hardware..., Desktop Support, Network Engineering, Customer Service, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Tennis, Troubleshooting, Servers, Windows Server, Technical Support, Active Directory, Windows, Hardware, Networking, Computer Hardware
Education
San Antonio College 2010 — 2013
IT Network Administration/Sevrer Compliance, Networking, English
Smithson Valley High School 2007 — 2010
A to B
GMT Capital July 2015 - Present
FOCUS Brands June 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Customer Service, Accounting, Research, Public Speaking, English, Finance
Education
Loyola Marymount University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General
Holy Innocents' Episcopal School 2002 — 2012
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Research, Editing, Press Releases, Social Networking, Event Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Proposal Writing, Communication, Campaign Plans, Writing, Pitching Media, Strategic Communications, Brand Management, Marketing, Leadership
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism and Mass Communications, Public Relations
University of Richmond - Florence, Italy 2012 — 2012
Amtico International acquired by Mannington Mills March 2011 - February 2012
AFC Worldwide Express acquired by R+L Carriers July 2008 - January 2011
Focus Brands June 2007 - March 2008
Witness Systems acquired by Verint Systems March 2001 - June 2007
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Collections, Process Improvement, Credit Analysis, Problem Solving, General Ledger, Invoicing, Auditing, Accounting, Human Resources, Access, Customer Service, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Management, Microsoft Excel, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Finance, Negotiation, Accounts Payable, Logistics, Account Reconciliation, Operations Management, Account Management, Forecasting, Payroll, Credit, Financial Reporting, Time Management
Education
University of Miami
University of Miami
FOCUS Brands 2011 - Present
Hooters of America 2009 - 2011
Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. 2007 - 2009
Pilot Flying J 2006 - 2007
Subway Development Corp 1997 - 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Compliance, Budgets, Team Building, Leadership Development, PnL Management, Food & Beverage, Microsoft Office, Restaurants, Food Safety, Quality Assurance, Multi-unit, P, Food Service, Hiring, Inventory Management, Profit, New Restaurant Openings, Restaurant Management, Franchise Consulting, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality, Operations Management, ServSafe, Coaching, Recruiting, Food
Education
University of Florida
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Morneau Shepell March 2015 - Present
Morneau Shepell May 2014 - March 2015
Focus Brands August 2009 - April 2014
Arby's Restaurant Group August 2008 - July 2009
Rollins, Inc./Orkin, Inc. May 2006 - August 2008
Macy's November 2005 - May 2006
Genesco June 2005 - November 2005
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Access, Account Reconciliation, Training, Sales, Teamwork, Invoicing, Leadership, Management, Process Improvement, Team Building, Time Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Morehouse College 2001 — 2005
BS, Mathematics
Dell - Dell Blue Internal Design Agency June 2013 - Present
Freelance October 2007 - Present
Dell August 2011 - June 2013
Dell July 2012 - September 2012
Commemorative Brands, Inc. July 2010 - May 2011
Focus Brands July 2008 - June 2010
Focus Brands February 2008 - July 2008
TPRA September 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Graphic Design, Graphics, Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Art Direction, Advertising, Photography, Project Management, InDesign, Marketing, Event Planning, Motion Graphics, Creative Direction, Layout, Flash, Photoshop, Illustration, Interaction Design, Corporate Identity, Branding, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Corporate Branding, Visual Communication, Interactive Advertising, Brochures, Posters
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2002 — 2006
BFA, Graphic Design / Broadcast Design
Performance Foodservice, Oakwood, GA September 2015 - Present
SpenDifference July 2014 - Present
FOCUS Brands April 2014 - Present
Performance Food Group Atlanta, Ga. August 2010 - Present
U S Foodservice September 2005 - December 2008
Fresh Connect, Inc March 2004 - August 2005
Sysco Food Services November 2002 - March 2004
Sysco Food Services of Hampton RoadsProduce, Dairy August 2000 - November 2002
Lankford Sysco Food Services November 1994 - August 2000
Cinemondo Productions January 1991 - November 1994
Skills
Food, Merchandising, Sales Management, Food Service, Sales, Pricing, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Management, New Business Development, Food Industry, Key Account Development, Training, Forecasting, Food Safety, Purchasing, Marketing, Negotiation, Fruit, National Accounts, Menu Development, HACCP, Profit, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Team Building, Catering, P&L, Vegetables, Fresh Produce, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Retail, Procurement, Income Statement, Inventory Control, Food Manufacturing, Food Processing, P&L Management, Grocery, Product Knowledge, Food Cost Management
Education
Berean College 1981 — 1983
Theo/Bible, Theology/Bible
Southeastern University 1972 — 1976
Theo/Psy, Theology/Psycology/Pastoral Studies
Del Mar Studios School for Acting
Moe's Southwest Grill January 2014 - Present
Focus Brands March 2011 - December 2013
Evolv August 2008 - March 2011
Full Circle 2006 - 2008
Skills
Management, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, InDesign, Illustrator, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service
Education
The University of Georgia 2001 — 2005
BS, Advertising
FOCUS Brands April 2014 - Present
Moes Southwest Grill December 2010 - Present
Ted's Montana Grill 2005 - 2010
Tomsk State University 2002 - 2008
Vica Salon 2003 - 2004
Skills
Time Management, Invoicing, Inventory Control, Schedules, Translation, Hands-on Training, Bilingual Proficiency, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Organizational Structure, Organizational..., Compliance, Restaurants, Catering, Training, Food, Restaurant Management, Recruiting, Food, Hospitality, Food Service, New Restaurant Openings, Employee Training, Food Safety, Event Planning, Management, Purchasing, Income Statement, Food & Beverage, P, Multi-unit, Hospitality Management
Education
Томский Государственный Университет / Tomsk State University 2002 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs
The Hebrew University 2005 — 2006
one year programm, Judaic Studies
University of Jerusalem
HEARTLAND BUILDERS Inc January 2003 - Present
Focus Brands June 2011 - June 2013
SEAWOOD BUILDERS January 1998 - January 2003
RL Tewskbury January 1996 - January 1998
HARDEES FOOD SYSTEMS January 1989 - January 1996
DENNYS RESTAURANT January 1987 - January 1989
CASA BONITA - TACO BUENO January 1984 - January 1987
Skills
Project Management, Budgets, Management, Construction, Negotiation, Facilities Management, Renovation, Contractors, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Construction Management, Contract Management, Sales, New Business Development, Customer Service
Education
Morrison Institute of Technology 1982 — 1985
Mech Engineering design
State of Florida Mold Remediation
State of North Carolina Real Estate Broker
Morrison Institute Of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Dignity Memorial Funeral Homes November 2013 - Present
SCI 2013 - Present
HHGregg October 2008 - November 2013
FOCUS Brands January 2008 - October 2008
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Customer Service, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Direct Sales, Account Management, Sales Operations, Merchandising, Sales Process, Team Building, Cold Calling, Inventory Management, New Business Development, Marketing, Selling, B2B, Management, Negotiation, Sales Presentations
Education
US Army Signal School 1999 — 2000
Multi Channel Systems, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Yum! Brands October 2014 - Present
Focus Brands June 2011 - October 2014
Focus Brands August 2012 - August 2013
Focus Brands 2010 - June 2011
Arby's Restaurant Group 2007 - 2010
Arby's Restaurant Group 2006 - 2007
Arby's Restaurant Group 2005 - 2006
Chi-Co, Inc. (dba Arby's) 2001 - 2004
RTM Restaurant Group (dba Arby's) 1996 - 2001
Triarc (dba Arby's) 1994 - 1994
Skills
Franchising, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Food Service, Food, Food & Beverage, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Training, Inventory Management, Hospitality, Product Development, Food Safety, Menu Development, Coaching, Leadership, Budgets, Employee Training, Time Management, Marketing, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Management, Purchasing, Business Planning, Hiring, New Restaurant Openings, P&L Management, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Franchise Consulting, Profit, Operations Management, Customer Satisfaction, New Business Development, Forecasting, Catering
Education
The Ohio State University
BS, College of Human Ecology
New Knoxville High School
Focus Brands 2014 - 2015
Threads October 2010 - December 2013
Wright & Greenhill, P.C. 2009 - 2010
Texas Board of Nursing 2007 - 2008
Law Office 2002 - 2006
Dell, Inc. 1999 - 2001
Dell, Inc. 1999 - 2001
Skills
Paralegal, Criminal Defense..., Administrative Law, Business Law Litigation, Personal Injury..., Executive Assistant, Human Resources, Legal Assistance, Customer Service, Training, Employee Relations, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Microsoft Office, Litigation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
UT Continuing Education Program
Legal Assistant Certificate, Law
Deloitte April 2015 - Present
Hospitality Ventures Management Group May 2014 - April 2015
NetFinancials, Inc. June 2013 - November 2013
Square One Restaurant Management June 2012 - June 2013
Focus Brands February 2010 - June 2012
Ted's Montana Grill August 2002 - January 2010
Price Waterhouse Coopers January 1999 - July 2002
Sun Data, Inc October 1997 - January 1999
Rare Hospitality May 1991 - September 1997
Skills
Accounts Payable, Payroll, Account Reconciliation, Fixed Assets, Retail, Microsoft Office, Customer Service
Education
The University of Georgia 1984 — 1989
BS in Textile & Consumer Science, Fashion Merchandising
Mill River Union High School 1978 — 1984
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
Day Star Restaurant Group December 2012 - January 2015
CEC Entertainment July 2010 - December 2012
CEC Entertainment August 2008 - July 2010
CEC Entertainment December 2004 - August 2008
Skills
Thorough knowledge of..., Excellent bilingual..., Detail oriented, Creative and..., Employee Relations, Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, FMLA, Training, Job Analysis, HRIS, Workers' Compensation..., Applicant Tracking..., Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Customer Satisfaction, Interviews, Employee Training, Analysis, Workers Compensation, Personnel Management, Risk Management, Hiring, Exit Interviews, Human Resources, Internet Recruiting, Onboarding, HR Policies, Hospitality, Management
Education
North Lake College 2004 — 2006
Choice Hotels International March 2007 - Present
FOCUS Brands January 2004 - March 2007
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Brand Management, Real Estate Development, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Finance, Commercial Real Estate, Land Acquisition, Franchise Sales, Brand Awareness, Hotels, Negotiation, Sales, Franchising, Real Estate, Hospitality, Location Intelligence, Due Diligence, Budgets, Strategy, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Florida - Warrington College of Business Administration 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
FOCUS Brands August 2015 - Present
..... December 2008 - Present
Intermark Group December 2014 - August 2015
BBDO November 2014 - November 2014
The Creative Circus April 2014 - July 2014
Moxie September 2013 - 2014
Peter Mayer November 2012 - August 2013
Digitas June 2012 - September 2012
Blue Ridge Grill January 2011 - July 2012
SapientNitro April 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Copywriting, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Graphic Design, Advertising, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Editing, Marketing, Social Media, Television, Integrated Marketing
Education
The Creative Circus 2010 — 2012
Copywriting
The University of Georgia 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism; Advertising
VIlla Rica High School 1999 — 2003
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
Cinnabon Inc./FOCUS Brands August 2012 - January 2015
Burger King Corporation November 2010 - January 2012
Burger King Corporation February 2001 - November 2010
Burger King Corporation July 1995 - February 2001
Broadcasting Partners Inc January 1991 - July 1995
Impact Resources June 1989 - January 1991
Skills
Marketing Management, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Brand Awareness, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sales, Retail, P, Advertising, Analytics, Brand Equity, Business Planning, CRM, Field Marketing, Franchising, Income Statement, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Multi-channel Marketing, Negotiation, P&L
Education
The Ohio State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Finance
Focus Brands March 2013 - Present
Focus Brands July 2010 - Present
Lane Consulting Services January 2008 - July 2010
Longhorn Steakhouse December 2004 - February 2008
Silver Spoon/ The American Cafe 2000 - 2004
Ruby Tuesday 1990 - 2000
Skills
Instructional Design, Training, Franchising, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Food Service, Food, Hospitality, Leadership Development, New Restaurant Openings, Employee Training, Operations Management, Hospitality Management, Food, Food & Beverage, Culinary Skills, Menu Development, Customer Service, Income Statement, Organizational..., Leadership, Coaching, Inventory Management, Multi-unit, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Budgets, Sales, Marketing, Hiring, P&L, Succession Planning, Management, P&L Management, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Event Planning, Profit, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Forecasting, Hospitality Industry, Talent Management, Team Leadership
Education
Susquehanna University 1986 — 1990
BS, Marketing
FOCUS Brands September 2014 - Present
Focus Brands December 2013 - August 2014
Focus Brands April 2002 - December 2013
Carvel Corporation 1991 - 2001
Haagen-Dazs June 1984 - February 1991
Skills
Franchising, Product Development, Retail, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Sales Management, New Business Development, Social Media
Education
St. John's University, The Peter J. Tobin College of Business 1974 — 1977
BS, Marketing
Tomato House Creative Studio August 2015 - Present
Cortazzo Foods LLC 2015 - Present
Auntie Anne's, Inc. March 2011 - August 2015
Focus Brands 2010 - 2013
North Star Marketing, Inc. April 2009 - October 2010
Martino Design March 2009 - October 2010
Godfrey Advertising November 2006 - January 2008
The Star Group June 2005 - November 2006
Stoner Bunting Advertising February 2001 - June 2005
Skills
Advertising, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Illustrator, Packaging, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Identity, Social Media, Typography, InDesign, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Layout, Brochures, Creative Strategy, Graphics, Branding & Identity, Direct Mail, Brand Development
Education
Bradley Academy for the Visual Arts 1999 — 2001
Graphic Design
Penn State University 1994 — 1998
Paideia School July 2013 - Present
Resort to Laura Madrid August 2012 - June 2013
RaceTrac Petroleum 2009 - July 2011
Focus Brands August 2006 - July 2008
Jake’s Ice Cream March 2005 - July 2006
Added Touch Catering May 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Brand Management, Event Management, Sales, Social Media, Event Planning, Retail, Management, Market Planning, Negotiation, Events Coordination, Special Events..., Fundraising, Social Networking, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Email Marketing, Restaurants, Public Relations, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship, Nonprofits, Catering, Team Building, Hospitality, Local Marketing, Teamwork, Franchising, Merchandising, Brand Awareness, Volunteer Management, Direct Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Community Outreach, Program Management, Leadership
Education
University of Richmond 2000 — 2004
BA, Leadership Studies and Sociology
The Paideia School 1996 — 2000
IFranchise Group August 2010 - Present
Focus Brands December 2007 - December 2009
Schlotzsky's Ltd. January 2005 - October 2006
Schlotzsky's Inc. May 1980 - December 2004
Skills
Franchising, Restaurants, Strategic Planning, Restaurant Management, Franchise Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Planning, Executive Management, P&L Management, Team Building, Financial Analysis, Management Consulting, P&L, Strategy, Start-ups, Restructuring, Mergers, Income Statement, Management
Education
Texas State University 1969 — 1975
Business Administration and Accounting
Focus Brands March 2012 - Present
Kaplan January 2010 - March 2012
Eclipsys Corporation February 2008 - May 2009
EPI-USE December 2006 - January 2008
PracticeWorks October 1999 - November 2006
PracticeWorks November 1998 - October 1999
Morgan & Finnegan September 1997 - May 1998
Rosenman & Colin LLP August 1996 - September 1997
Skills
Software Documentation, Performance Management, Outlook, Recruiting, Kronos, Management, Applicant Tracking..., SAP HR, ADP Payroll, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Interviews, Sourcing, Employee Benefits, FMLA, Internet Recruiting, Budgets, Training, Microsoft Excel, Personnel Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Human Resources, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, HRIS, Contract Recruitment, Executive Search, Employee Engagement, Taleo, Customer Service, Change Management, Coaching, Deferred Compensation, Screening, HR Policies, Succession Planning, Organizational..., Process Improvement, SAP, PeopleSoft, Payroll, Talent Management, Onboarding, New Hire Orientations, Benefits Negotiation, Benefits Administration, Technical Recruiting, Ceridian, College Recruiting
Education
University of Phoenix 2003 — 2006
MBA, Human Resource Management
University at Albany, SUNY 1992 — 1996
BA, English
Brooklyn Tech 1989 — 1992
PS 139
FOCUS Brands September 2014 - Present
Susser Holdings April 2011 - August 2014
JCPenney 2004 - May 2011
JCPenney 2000 - 2004
Skills
Talent Management, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Recruiting, Training, Strategic HR, HR Transformation, Compensation & Benefit, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Leadership, Applicant Tracking..., Personnel Management, Retail, Change Management, Organizational..., Strategy, Coaching, HRIS, Management, Hiring, Employee Benefits, Employee Engagement, Leadership Development, Benefits Administration, Employee Training, Talent Acquisition, HR Policies, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, New Hire Orientations, Team Building, Diversity & Inclusion, Interviews, Labor Relations, Employment Law, Union Avoidance, PeopleSoft, Strategic Planning, FMLA
Education
University of Washington 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Michigan
Human Resources Executive Program
Johnny Rockets November 2013 - May 2015
Focus Brands June 2010 - November 2013
Pernod Ricard/The Absolut Company September 2004 - January 2010
Allied Domecq QSR May 2001 - August 2004
Allied Domecq QSR January 2000 - May 2001
Allied Domecq January 1998 - December 1999
Subway November 1995 - May 1997
Skills
New Business Development, International Sales, Franchising, Management, Retail, International Marketing, International Business..., International..., P&L Responsibility, Mandarin, FMCG, Negotiation, Marketing, Market Planning, Food, P&L Management, Training, Marketing Management, Market Research, Global Marketing, Food & Beverage, Key Account Development, Strategic Partnerships, Cross-cultural
Education
National Taiwan Normal University 1994 — 1995
Mandarin Chinese
University of California, Santa Barbara 1988 — 1992
B.A., Asian History
New Era Cap November 2014 - Present
Domino's Pizza April 2013 - October 2014
Focus Brands September 2012 - April 2013
Qdoba Restaurant Corporation December 2009 - September 2012
Qdoba Restaurant Corporation May 2008 - December 2009
Canon USA June 2006 - March 2008
HJMT COMMUNICATIONS, LLC September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Promotions, Brand Awareness, Budgeting, Market Planning, Sales Trend Analysis, Strategic Planning, Sponsorship Marketing, Product Marketing, Sponsorship, Trend Analysis, Budgets, Account Management, Marketing, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Product Management, Product Development, Creative Direction, Direct Sales, Sales, Leadership, Business Planning
Education
State University of New York College at Plattsburgh 2000 — 2004
B.S., Marketing
Focus Brands November 2006 - December 2009
Education
Texas State University 1969 — 1974
Business
Taylor High School 1966 — 1969
Winston-Salem State University July 2015 - Present
FOCUS Brands September 2013 - November 2014
ARAMARK Healthcare June 2010 - September 2012
Lowe's April 2006 - June 2010
Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company August 2003 - April 2006
Towers Perrin April 1999 - August 2003
MCI February 1996 - April 1999
Aetna August 1991 - January 1995
Skills
Negotiation, Employee Relations, Internet Recruiting, COBRA, Compensation Structure..., Onboarding, Succession Planning, Conflict Management, Instructional Design, Performance Appraisal, Kronos, Executive Management, Strategic Human..., Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, University Relations, Talent Management, Building Relationships, New Hire Orientations, Talent Acquisition, Labor Relations, Deferred Compensation, Leadership Development, Human Resources, Leadership, Recruiting, Compensation Structures, Performance Management, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Hiring, Organizational..., PeopleSoft, Employment Law, HR Policies, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Organizational..., FMLA, Organizational Design, Interviews, Union Avoidance, Employee Training, Career Development, Compensation & Benefit, Temporary Placement, Management, Strategy, Employer Branding
Education
University of Hartford
MBA, Human Resources
Norfolk State University
BS, Accounting
FOCUS Brands July 2015 - Present
Focus Brands January 2013 - Present
dineEquity (Ihop & Applebee's Brands) January 2008 - January 2013
Burger King Brands 2006 - 2008
Dunkin Brands 2000 - 2005
Nestle USA 1998 - 2000
Burger King Brands June 1995 - May 1998
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Strategy, Franchising, Product Management, International Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, Advertising, Brand Management, Forecasting, Management, Marketing, Customer Insight, Leadership, Product Differentiation, Product Development
Education
Tulane University
BA, Economics
University of Miami - School of Business
MBA, Marketing & Finance
GFG Management, LLC (Global Franchise Group) August 2014 - Present
GFG Management, LLC (Global Franchise Group) January 2012 - August 2014
Focus Brands November 2006 - November 2011
Focus Brands September 2002 - October 2006
Steak Out Franchising, Inc. October 1998 - September 2002
Boston Market 1996 - 1998
Boston Market 1994 - 1996
Taco Bell 1993 - 1994
Skills
Product Development, Restaurant Management, Training & Development, Franchising, Research, Retail, Inventory Management, Food & Beverage, Production, Event Planning, Training, Marketing, Program Management, InDesign, Classroom Delivery, Articulate Storyline..., Employee Training, E-Learning, Operations Management, Human Resources, Strategic Planning, Income Statement, Food Safety, Time Management, P&L, Food, Food Service, Restaurants, Hospitality, Multi-unit, Franchise Consulting, Management, Catering
Education
Mercyhurst University 1989 — 1993
BA, Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management
CSE April 2015 - Present
CSE February 2015 - April 2015
Seed Factory Branding April 2014 - January 2015
Mastermind Involvement Marketing January 2014 - April 2014
The Reynolds Group, Inc. December 2013 - April 2014
St Francis Design October 2013 - April 2014
SolDesign Company February 2013 - October 2013
Focus Brands January 2012 - February 2013
Focus Brands July 2011 - January 2012
The Reynolds Group June 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite 5, Adobe Bridge, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, adobe fireworks, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Web Design, Advertising, Typography, Illustration, Posters, Layout, Corporate Identity, Logos, Concept Development, Mac, Production, Art, Packaging, Motion Graphics, Graphics, Branding & Identity, Collateral, Creative Direction, Brochures, Visual Communication, Creative Strategy, Drawing, Image Manipulation, Interaction Design, Vector Illustration, Art Direction, Storyboarding, Brand Development, Digital Illustration, Catalogs
Education
The Creative Circus 2007 — 2009
?, design
Valdosta State University 2003 — 2007
BFA, studio art
FOCUS Brands June 2015 - Present
The Aspire Group Inc January 2015 - May 2015
The Wedding Makeup Company August 2014 - May 2015
Fifth Third Bank April 2013 - January 2015
University of Cincinnati January 2011 - January 2013
Meritor June 2012 - October 2012
University of Cincinnati January 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Leadership, Customer Service, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Social Media, Advertising, Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., PowerPoint, Sales, Social Networking, InSIGHT, COEUS Database, Event Planning, Research, Social Media Marketing, Teamwork, Facebook, Public Relations, Communication, Market Research, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Project Management
Education
University of Cincinnati 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
University of Cincinnati 2010 — 2014
B.S, Marketing; Public Relations
FOCUS Brands March 2015 - Present
Walmart March 2007 - March 2015
Yum! Brands February 1986 - March 2007
Education
Sullivan University
Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Leadership
Sullivan University
Master's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Fifth Group Restaurants April 2015 - Present
FOCUS Brands November 2013 - April 2015
The Home Depot November 2011 - November 2013
National Restaurant Association May 2011 - November 2011
CentraArchy Restaurant Management Company April 2009 - April 2011
CentraArchy Restaurant Management Company June 2006 - April 2009
O'Charley's Restaurants March 1999 - June 2006
Thomas & King Applebee's 1994 - 1999
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Training, Talent Acquisition, Leadership, Talent Management, Hiring, Management, Succession Planning, Strategy, Team Building, Employee Training, Marketing, Interviews, Time Management, Budgets, Workforce Planning, Team Management, Applicant Tracking..., Operations Management, College Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Staff Development, Executive Search, Team Leadership, Coaching, Sourcing, Social Networking, Career Development, Internet Recruiting, Retail, Vendor Management, Conflict Resolution, Change Management, Negotiation
Education
University of Kentucky
English Education, Journalism
The Home Depot September 2013 - Present
MSLGROUP March 2011 - September 2013
Call2Recycle May 2010 - March 2011
L&D Enterprises, Inc. April 2010 - May 2010
Holly Way and Co March 2010 - May 2010
Cohn, Overstreet & Parrish June 2007 - March 2010
Focus Brands June 2006 - June 2007
Vollmer Public Relations June 2004 - May 2006
Edelman January 2004 - May 2004
Pierpont Communications June 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Brand Development, Strategy, Marketing Management, Media Relations, Blogging, New Business Development, Leadership, Budgets, Public Relations, Social Media, Advertising, Sales, Media Planning, B2B, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Facebook, Event Planning, Event Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communication Studies
Isidore Newman School
FOCUS Brands July 2015 - Present
The Krystal Company April 2013 - July 2015
ServiceChannel October 2012 - April 2013
NuCO2 October 2010 - October 2012
Cintas Corporation September 2007 - October 2010
GlaxoSmithKline July 2000 - August 2007
Uniforms to you 1994 - 1999
Skills
Consultative Selling, Sales Management, New Business Development, P&L Management, Account Management, Analysis, Budgets, B2B, Business Development, Business Planning, Coaching, Cold Calling, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Direct Sales, Customer Service, Forecasting, Enterprise Software, Inventory Management, Income Statement, Key Account Development, Key Account Management, Lead Generation, Leadership, Management, Market Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Mergers, National Accounts, Negotiation, Operations Management, Networking, Outsourcing, Procurement, Product Launch, Profit, Retail, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Sales Process, Selling, Solution Selling, Salesforce.com, Sales, P, Team Building, Strategy
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 1990 — 1994
BBA, Marketing
BRAND DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC. September 2008 - Present
Kahala Corp 2007 - 2008
Compass Group-Canteen March 2006 - October 2007
Focus Brands April 2002 - October 2005
Mrs. Fields Famous Brands April 1987 - April 2002
Skills
Restaurants, Franchising, Retail, Product Development, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Income Statement, Negotiation, Team Building, Sales Management, Sales, P&L Management, Brand Management, P, Market Planning, Food Service, Food
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1977 — 1980
FOCUS Brands December 2014 - Present
Middle Georgia Regional Commission July 2013 - December 2014
Middle Georgia Regional Commission April 2012 - June 2013
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network May 2011 - October 2011
Ann Taylor LOFT June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, Insurance, SBA 504, Loan Servicing, Loan Closings
Education
Mercer University - Stetson School of Business and Economics 2008 — 2012
BBA, Accounting
Committee for Children July 2015 - Present
Raising Cane's April 2013 - March 2015
FOCUS Brands January 2006 - March 2013
FOCUS Brands 2008 - 2010
FOCUS Brands 2006 - 2008
Skills
Marketing, Event Planning, Advertising, Customer Service, Social Media, Training, Restaurants, Sales, Management, Franchising, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Food Service, Copywriting, Catering, Marketing Management, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, New Restaurant Openings, Campaign Managment, Return on Investment, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Public Relations
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2005
B.S. Public Relations, Certified in Business Foundations
FOCUS Brands April 2015 - Present
Focus Brands January 2014 - Present
Focus Brands August 2011 - Present
Chepe's Mexican Grill September 2010 - August 2011
Ted's Montana Grill January 2009 - October 2010
Ted's Montana Grill January 2008 - January 2009
Ted's Montana Grill September 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Training, Human Resources, Hospitality, Management, Employee Training, Operations Management, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Interviews, Hiring, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Retail, Coaching, Leadership, New Restaurant Openings, Team Building, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Leadership Development, Change Management, Field Training, Franchise Operations, Instructional Design, Performance Coaching, Program Assessment, Organizational..., P, Business Coaching, Franchising, P&L
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1996 — 2000
Psychology, Sociology
Lone Star Distribution February 2015 - Present
Sign-A-Rama June 2013 - February 2015
The Vitamin Shoppe June 2012 - March 2013
Focus Brands March 2012 - April 2012
Carvel October 2007 - February 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Building Relationships, Time Management, Sales, Brand Loyalty, Inventory, Delegation, Marketing, Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Nassau Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate's degree, Marketing
FOCUS Brands August 2015 - Present
Power House Tax Inc. February 2009 - Present
Turner Broadcasting System December 2014 - July 2015
AIG April 2011 - June 2014
Invesco Ltd. December 2009 - April 2011
State Farm Insurance July 2006 - November 2009
Skills
Accounting, Tax, Finance, Tax Preparation, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, General Ledger, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Statements, Analysis, GAAP, Journal Entries, QuickBooks, Internal Controls, Variance Analysis, Bank Reconciliation, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Houston-Downtown 2006 — 2008
BBA, Accounting
Hire Profile, Inc. and MDS HealthTech January 2013 - Present
NCR Corporation 2011 - 2012
Focus Brands 2009 - 2011
The Paradies Shops 2007 - 2008
AT&T Mobility / Cingular Wireless / BellSouth Mobility 2003 - 2007
AT&T Mobility / Cingular Wireless / BellSouth Mobility 2002 - 2003
AT&T Mobility / Cingular Wireless / BellSouth Mobility 1999 - 2002
AT&T Mobility / Cingular Wireless / BellSouth Mobility 1998 - 1999
WHSmith 1996 - 1998
WHSmith 1995 - 1996
Skills
Product and Service..., Brand Development and..., Cross-funtional Team..., Project Management, Strategic Planning, Business Process..., Research and Development, Resourceful..., Employee Management and..., Multi-channel Marketing, Retail Buying and..., Market Penetration, Customer Experience..., Business Operations, Budget Development and..., Supplier Negotiations, Relationship Management, Marketing, Management, Customer Experience, Brand Management, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, Training, Public Relations, Inventory Management, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Vendor Management, Retail, Supplier Negotiation, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Product Development, Leadership, Strategy, Merchandising, Direct Marketing, Account Management, Sales, B2B, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Product Management
Education
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
Starbucks October 2014 - Present
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) October 2013 - January 2015
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) January 2013 - October 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) May 2012 - January 2013
Mississippi College Women's Soccer March 2012 - November 2012
Cattails May 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Teamwork, Restaurants, Food Service, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Time Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Cashiering, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Facebook, Telephone Skills, Catering
Education
Mississippi College 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computing and Information Systems
Schreiner University 2008 — 2010
JAMF Software June 2012 - Present
Calabrio, Inc February 2010 - June 2012
FOCUS Brands 2004 - January 2010
Skills
Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Social Media, Salesforce.com, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Internal Communications, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Demand Generation, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Mac, Web Content, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Case Studies, Lead Generation, Information Graphics, Copy Editing, Website Copy, Trade Show Management, Collateral Design, Print Collateral, White Papers, Market Research, OS X, iOS, Collateral, Trade Shows, Website Management, Training & Development, Sales Presentations, Board Presentations, Team Leadership, Team Management, Google Analytics
Education
LSU 1997 — 2001
Business Administration and Management, General
Focus Brands March 2012 - October 2014
HEB June 1998 - July 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Team Building, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Payroll, Hospitality, Event Management, Customer Service
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2002 — 2005
Communication
Bowie High School
Bowie High School
Fortiline Waterworks March 2013 - Present
Ferguson Enterprises July 2010 - February 2013
Focus Brands May 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Sales, Strategic Sales, Customer Service, Account Management, B2B, Marketing, Wholesale Operations, Market Research, Inventory Management, Social Media, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Economics
Oracle June 2015 - Present
Local Families August 2014 - Present
Urbanspace Real Estate + Interiors February 2015 - June 2015
Yellow Door Design August 2014 - January 2015
Nike Communications, Inc. May 2014 - August 2014
C. Jane May 2012 - May 2014
FOCUS Brands May 2013 - August 2013
McCombs School of Business January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media..., Sandler, Oracle, SaaS, Business Analytics, Reporting & Analysis, Content Strategy, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Facebook, Social Networking, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Corporate Communication Studies
Chick-fil-A November 2014 - Present
Chick-fil-A November 2013 - November 2014
Focus Brands August 2012 - October 2013
Focus Brands April 2012 - August 2012
H-E-B 2009 - 2011
HEB 2007 - 2009
HEB 2005 - 2007
HEB 2000 - 2005
HEB 1997 - 2000
Wilson Kullman McCord, Inc. 1996 - 1997
Skills
Retail Design, Creative Direction, Interior Design, Brand Development, Retail, Graphic Design, Interior Architecture, Architectural Design, Project Planning, Concept Development, Renovation, Architecture, Team Leadership, Concept Design, Design Management, Environmental Design, Team Building, Sketching, Problem Solving, Creative Problem Solving, Cross-functional Team..., Wayfinding, Team Management, Consultant Coordination, Attention To Detail, Fixture Design, Collaborative Leadership, Coaching, Visual Merchandising, Store Design, Store Layout, Food Service Design, Restaurant Design, Convenience Store Design, Grocery Store Design, Space Planning, Design Development, Interiors, Mentoring, Customer Service, Art Direction, Drawing, Marketing, Strategy, Architectures, Department Stores, Design Research, Leadership, Space planning
Education
Texas Tech University 1986 — 1991
Bachelor of Architecture - Design Specialization, Minor - Art
FOCUS Brands June 2015 - July 2015
Studio Movie Grill June 2014 - November 2014
Cold Stone Creamery May 2014 - June 2014
EXPRESS May 2013 - May 2014
R.Tracy Photography May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Digital Marketing, Media Programming, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing..., Marketing Research, Screenwriting, Editing, Sales, Customer Service, Communication, Photography, Social Media, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Georgia 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Bachelor of the Arts in Journalism, Marketing and Mass Media Arts, 3.75
Focus Brands February 2012 - Present
The Coca-Cola Company September 2007 - April 2011
Unilever November 2006 - September 2007
Unilever July 2005 - November 2006
Unilever February 2004 - July 2005
Unilever September 2001 - July 2005
Ogilvy & Mather January 2000 - April 2001
Boston Brands March 1992 - February 1998
Bongrain October 1989 - March 1992
General Mills March 1987 - September 1989
Skills
Innovation, Marketing Strategy, Financial Analysis, general management, research and development, Brand Management, Start-ups, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Strategy, Marketing, FMCG, Product Development, P&L Management, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Business Development, Competitive Analysis
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management 1985 — 1986
MBA, Marketing
Miami University 1981 — 1985
BS, Finance
Focus Brands March 2013 - Present
The Home Depot November 2011 - February 2013
Synq Solutions October 2011 - December 2011
Brunner Inc 2007 - October 2011
BBDO Atlanta 2001 - 2006
Seven Worldwide 1990 - 2000
Techtron/Wace 1993 - 1998
Graphic Art Service 1980 - 1990
Skills
Designer, Print Production..., Studio Management, Mac and PC, Project Management, Color Profiling, Plant Management, Advertising, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing, Email Marketing, Creative Strategy
Education
Osborne High
Rochester Institute of Technology
Focus Brands March 2005 - Present
U.S. Franchise Systems, Inc. January 2000 - February 2005
Skills
Franchise Consulting, Income Statement, Food Service, Contract Negotiation, Franchising, Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Team Building, Restaurants, Multi-unit, Budgets, P&L, Leadership, Hospitality Management, Strategic Planning, Hotels, Management, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1986 — 1989
BA, Public Relations / Communications
FOCUS Brands August 2014 - Present
Kids II, Inc March 2009 - August 2014
Skills
Typography, Art Direction, Packaging, Logo Design, Layout, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Branding, Posters, Corporate Identity, InDesign, Mac, Adobe Acrobat, Book Design, Photoshop, Flyers, Corporate Branding, Art, Drawing, Photography, Sketching, Direct Mail, Vector Illustration, Brand Implementation, Creative Strategy, Brand Development, Brochures, Digital Illustration, Concept Development, Illustration, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation
Education
Savannah College of Art and Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Graphic Design
Focus Brands November 2012 - Present
Wendy's International, Inc. (formerly Wendy’s Arby’s Group) 2010 - 2012
Arby's Restaurant Group 2008 - 2010
Arby's Restaurant Group 2002 - 2008
Ultimate Staffing 2002 - 2002
Advantage Cable Services 2001 - 2002
Morgan Stanley 1995 - 2001
Tiger Staffing 1993 - 1995
IBM 1990 - 1993
Skills
Training Visual Aids, Project Management, Project Coordination, Procedure Manuals, Spanish-English, English-Spanish, Department Budgeting, Managing Project Budgets, Desktop Publishing, Computer Graphics, Computer Software..., Articulate Studio, Instructional Design, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Customer Service, Restaurant Management, Food Service, Restaurants, Income Statement, Franchising, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationships, Vendor Management Skills, Management, Time Management, Cross-functional Team..., Human Resources, Budgets, Visio, Program Management, Hiring, Food & Beverage, Multi-unit, Food, New Restaurant Openings, P&L, P&L Management, Catering, Multi-Unit
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Laguardia Community College
Associate, Computer Science
FastMoneyTradingTeam.com December 2009 - Present
tweeter.com/Fast_Money January 2008 - Present
ChannelBrite July 2007 - February 2008
Cendant September 2005 - November 2006
Realogy 2005 - November 2006
FedEx September 2004 - September 2005
Focus Brands January 2003 - April 2004
Carvel ice cream 2002 - 2004
Blimpie Subs & Salads 1994 - 2002
The Brents Agency 1987 - 2002
Skills
Trading, Technical Analysis, Trading Strategies, Equity Trading, Proprietary Trading, FX, Traders, ETFs, Options, Trading Systems, Equities, Commodity, Stocks, Hedge Funds, Excel, Commodities, Investments, Industry Analysis, Derivatives, Bonds, Fixed Income, Financial Markets, Small Business, Mutual Funds, Securities, Brokers, Stock, Asset Management, Mergers, Asset Managment, Sales, Marketing, FX Options, Portfolio Management
Education
The University of Memphis 1968 — 1971
BA, Business
hillcrest high school 1965 — 1967
graduate, hist
FOCUS Brands August 2015 - Present
Realogy Holdings Corp. January 2013 - August 2015
Wyndham Hotel Group June 2006 - December 2012
KPMG May 2001 - June 2006
Skills
Leadership, Risk Management, Training, Corporate Governance, Policy, Business Process..., Human Resources, Compliance, Public Speaking, Performance Management, Corporate Law, Legal Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Business Ethics, Licensing, Trademark Infringement, Due Diligence, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Privacy Law, Analysis, Event Planning, Hospitality
Education
Saint John's University School of Law 1989 — 1990
J.D., Law
Syracuse University 1982 — 1986
BS, Communications
Uniondale High School
FOCUS Brands May 2015 - Present
The Daniels Law Firm June 2013 - Present
American Express June 2014 - December 2014
Burr & Forman LLP August 2008 - June 2013
Skills
Corporate Law, Contract Negotiation, Contract Law, Contractual Agreements, New Business Development, Business Planning, Business, Small Business, Company Set-up, Document Drafting, Drafting Agreements, Legal Contract Review, Legal Advice, Legal, Legal Research, Trademarks, Corporate Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Compliance, Hospitality Industry, Legal Writing, Legal Consulting
Education
University of Georgia School of Law 2005 — 2008
Juris Doctorate, Corporate and Securities Law
Xavier University of Louisiana 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy & International Studies
FOCUS Brands January 2015 - Present
Moe's Southwest Grill September 2012 - December 2014
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen September 2011 - August 2012
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen June 2009 - September 2011
Atlanta Journal-Constitution ajc.com August 2007 - February 2009
AutoTrader.com April 2005 - July 2007
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) August 2002 - March 2005
Business Wire August 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Editing, SharePoint, Ap Style, Speech Writing, Meeting Planning, Leadership, Newsletters, Digital Media, Brand Development
Education
University of Florida 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science
Focus Brands 2013 - 2014
Atlanta Bread Company 2006 - 2013
Atlanta Bread Company 2005 - 2006
Atlanta Bread Company 2004 - 2005
WestWayne 2003 - 2004
Don Pablo's 2002 - 2003
Papa John's-America, DBA Papa John's Pizza 2001 - 2002
Papa John's-America, DBA Papa John's Pizza 1999 - 2001
Papa John's-America, DBA Papa John's Pizza 1995 - 1999
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Franchising, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Restaurants, Sales, Brand Management, Management, Brand Development, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Food Service, Hospitality, Media Planning, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, P&L Management, Food, Income Statement, Brand Person, Interactive Media..., Internet Advertising, Public Relations, Market Planning, Online Advertising, P&L
Education
The College of William and Mary - The Mason School of Business
MBA, Marketing
University of Richmond
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business/Corporate Communications
Focus Brands October 2012 - Present
Synq Solutions 2009 - November 2012
Prommis Solutions February 2007 - October 2009
The Home Depot January 2005 - February 2007
The Coca Cola Company June 1997 - January 2005
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Business Strategy, Strategy, Leadership
Education
Pennsylvania State University - University Park
BS, Industrial Engineering
University of Virginia Darden School of Business
Masters, Business Administration
Focus Brands September 2013 - Present
Dominos Pizza LLC March 2003 - September 2013
Starbucks Coffee Company 2000 - 2003
Skills
Franchise Consulting, Contract Management, Presentations, Relationship Mgmt, Account Management, Selling, Contract Negotiation, Training Facilitation, Training ROI, Business Development, Operations Management, Operations Improvement, Marketing, New Store Development, Opening New Stores, C Level Negotiations, Outlook, Office 2010, Leadership, Territory Mgmt, Restaurants, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Time Management, Recruiting, Customer Retention, Sales
Education
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
North Springs
Focus Brands October 2013 - Present
Top That! Pizza January 2013 - October 2013
Brinker International March 2012 - January 2013
Hayworth Group 1, LLC March 2004 - December 2011
Zio's Italian Kitchen June 1995 - February 2004
Brinker International July 1992 - May 1995
Skills
Restaurant Management, Customer Service, Hospitality, Business Planning, Multi-unit, Food Safety, Hospitality Industry, Franchising, Restaurants, New Restaurant Openings, Food Industry, Food Service, Training, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Process Scheduler, Operations Management, Income Statement, Franchise Consulting, Forecasting, P&L, Performance Management, Food, Catering
Education
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
Howard Jr. College 1986 — 1987
Associates Degree
Chuy's March 2013 - Present
Focus Brands May 2007 - March 2013
Bobby Cox Companies, Inc. January 2011 - March 2012
Fuddruckers 2005 - 2007
Skills
Strategic Planning, Income Statement, Business Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
Texas A&M University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems
Schlotzsky's April 2015 - Present
Moe's Southwest Grill October 2011 - June 2015
Focus Brands November 2008 - October 2011
Fitzgerald+CO May 2006 - October 2008
Mindshare September 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Advertising, Media Buying, Social Media, Promotions, Television, Social Media Marketing, Radio, Budgets, Leadership, Management, Market Planning, Marketing, Sales, Sponsorship, Time Management, Training, Marketing Strategy
Education
Northern Illinois University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Corporate Communications
FOCUS Brands July 2015 - Present
Axiall Corporation November 2013 - July 2015
AGCO Corporation May 2013 - November 2013
AGCO Corporation May 2011 - May 2013
Ernst & Young October 2010 - April 2011
Ernst & Young January 2003 - September 2010
Skills
Accounting, Financial Reporting, SEC reporting, Technical Writing, US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, GAAP, CPA, Auditing, Financial Accounting, External Audit, Assurance, Financial Audits, Consolidation, Big 4, Financial Statements, SEC filings, SEC Filings
Education
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 1997 — 2002
Masters of Accountancy
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting & Finance
The Men's Wearhouse, Inc January 2012 - Present
The Home Depot May 2011 - January 2012
Walgreens June 2010 - May 2011
The Home Depot April 2006 - January 2009
Focus Brands August 2005 - April 2006
Gensler February 2004 - June 2004
Skills
AutoCAD Architecture, JDA, Microsoft Office, Space Planning, Interior Design, Planograms, Merchandising, Retail Design, Green Building, Architectural Drafting, Construction Documents, Space-planning, Submittals, Space planning, Architectural Drawings, Interior Architecture, LEED, Project Coordination, Sketching, AutoCAD, Renovation, Retail, Furniture, Architectural Design
Education
Virginia College 1997 — 1999
BA
University of Alabama 1990 — 1994
BA
AGL Resources April 2010 - Present
Focus Brands June 2008 - February 2010
McKesson Provider Technologies October 2005 - June 2008
Sumitomo Electric September 2004 - August 2005
Tenet Healthcare: St. Christopher's Hospital for Children November 2002 - September 2004
21st Chemical Company July 1990 - July 1993
Skills
Account Reconciliation, Accounting, Analysis, Bank Reconciliation, Budgets, Customer Service, Financial Statements, Fixed Assets, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Management, Revenue Recognition, Strategic Planning, Tax, US GAAP, Variance Analysis, Year-end Close
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 1997 — 2002
Focus Brands January 2014 - Present
McAlister's Corporation January 2001 - December 2013
Roark Capital Group May 2009 - May 2010
Avado Brands January 1989 - October 2000
Skills
Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, POS, Franchising, Restaurants, Integration, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Networking, Start-ups, Customer Service, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Risk Management, Retail, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Profit, Human Resources, Contract Negotiation, P&L Management, Operations Management, Training, Executive Management, CRM, Strategic Planning, Hospitality, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Mergers & Acquisitions, Sales, Business Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Intelligence, Strategy, Salesforce.com, Account Management, Forecasting, Project Management, Business Development, SaaS, Information Technology, Sales Operations, Product Management, Business Process..., PCI DSS, P&L
Education
Mississippi State University 1981 — 1984
BS, Computer Science
Shadow Lawn Enterprises June 2013 - Present
Spooky Nook Sports June 2013 - Present
Wohlsen Construction Company October 2012 - June 2013
Focus Brands March 2012 - September 2012
Auntie Anne's, Inc. April 1996 - July 2012
Stoner Incorporated 1990 - 1996
Skills
IT Management, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Computer Hardware, Dell PowerEdge Servers, Dell Desktops, Help Desk Support, Spiceworks, Microsoft Technologies, Microsoft Operating..., Windows 7, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Windows Server, WSUS, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange..., Microsoft SQL Server, Database Administration, Report Writing, Data Analysis, Application Design, Virtual Servers, VMware, Network Security, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, Antivirus, Anti-spam, Backup Solutions, Backup Exec, Sonicwall, Firewalls, Routers, Switches, LogMeIn, SSL VPN, Domain Registration, Domain Names, Mobile Devices, Network Monitoring Tools, PRTG, Microsoft Exchange, Great Plains Software, Network Administration, VPN, Leadership, Franchising, Software Project...
Education
University of Pittsburgh 1985 — 1989
BS
WRJ Brand Licensing Marketing February 2015 - Present
Steak n Shake December 2013 - January 2015
Bolthouse Farms April 2011 - December 2013
WRJ Consulting April 2009 - March 2011
MolliCoolz, LLC March 2008 - March 2009
Focus Brands November 2004 - March 2008
AFC Enterprises- Cinnabon 2001 - 2004
The Coca-Cola Company 1999 - 2001
The Coca-Cola Company 1996 - 1999
Colgate Palmolive December 1993 - July 1994
Skills
Product Development, Franchising, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Positioning, Product Innovation, Strategy, Business Planning, Retail, Entrepreneurship, Brand Development, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Social Media, Management, P&L Management, Product Launch, Brand Management, Customer Insight, Sales, FMCG, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Sales Management, Account Management, Strategic Planning
Education
The University of Georgia 1979 — 1983
BS, Biology
The University of Georgia
Focus brands October 2002 - Present
Friendly Ice Cream Corporation June 1974 - July 2002
Skills
Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Franchising, Customer Service, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Management, Food Service, Multi-unit, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Training, Franchise Consulting, P&L, Income Statement, New Restaurant Openings, Food, Marketing, Menu Development, Coaching, Catering, Multi-Unit, Forecasting
Education
St. Joseph's College 1977 — 1979
BA, Human Relations
Suffolk County Community College 1975 — 1977
AAS, Criminal Justice
St.John the Baptist High School 1971 — 1975
OHM Concession Group March 2014 - Present
Dunkin' Brands October 2012 - March 2014
Dunkin Brands February 2011 - October 2012
Focus Brands September 2006 - February 2011
Focus Brands 2006 - 2011
Raving Brands 2006 - 2008
Skills
Restaurants, Franchise Consulting, Multi-unit, Restaurant Management, Franchising, Multi-Unit Management, Management Consulting, Food Service, Food Safety, Hiring, Income Statement, Food & Beverage, Leadership, Menu Development, New Restaurant Openings, P&L, Profit, Retail, Training, Food
Education
San Jose State University 1980 — 1982
History, Business
HoneyBaked Ham 2010 - Present
Focus Brands December 2004 - December 2008
AFC Enterprises January 2001 - December 2004
AFC Enterprises April 1999 - January 2001
AFC Enterprises February 1997 - April 1999
Education
Penn State University 1988 — 1992
BS, Marketing
Focus Brands November 2011 - Present
Soilair Selection January 2011 - October 2011
New York Daily News March 2006 - March 2009
Skills
Sales Management, Franchising, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Social Media, Analysis, Marketing, Team Building, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Restaurants, Sales, Franchise Consulting, Inventory Management
Education
Pace University 1982 — 1986
BS, Business
Mount Saint Michael High School 1978 — 1982
Real Estate October 2013 - Present
Jack in the Box January 2009 - October 2013
Focus Brands 2006 - 2009
Krystal Hamburgers 2005 - 2006
Church's Chicken 1999 - 2005
Skills
Location Intelligence, Franchising, Restaurants, Real Estate, Land Acquisition, Negotiation, Entitlements, Real Estate Development, Contract Negotiation, Retail, Multi-unit, Market Planning, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Lease Administration, Market Analysis, Corporate Real Estate, Construction Management, Microsoft Office, Leases, Property Management
Education
Southeastern Oklahoma State University 1974 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education and Teaching
Chevron October 2013 - Present
NASCO January 2012 - June 2013
Cisco Systems March 2010 - August 2010
McKesson Health Solutions 2007 - 2009
Equifax 2006 - 2007
Focus Brands 2002 - 2006
Skills
Software Licensing, Franchise Agreements, Contract Management, RFP, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Policy, Negotiation, Analysis, Customer Service, Legal Assistance, Legal Issues, Legal Research, Litigation, Management, Microsoft Office, Procurement, Training
Education
University of Phoenix
Masters, Organizational Management
University of New Orleans 1992 — 1998
Bachelor's, Pre-law/Legal Studies
Focus Brands August 2006 - Present
Regions Financial Corporation 2002 - 2006
Skills
Franchising, Franchise Consulting, Customer Service
Education
University of Alabama
Superior International Industries May 2013 - Present
American Tower August 2010 - June 2011
Focus Brands March 2008 - June 2009
Huddle House 2009 - 2009
American Telecom March 2006 - February 2008
Elite, a Thomson Reuters business September 2002 - January 2006
Fox Sports Net August 1999 - July 2002
Davidson & Associates/Activision 1985 - 1999
Davidson &Associates 1985 - 1999
Skills
Auditing, Accounts Receivable, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Process Improvement, Accounting, Management, Human Resources, Financial Reporting, Invoicing, Payroll, Forecasting, SAP, Great Plains Software, Financial Analysis, Accruals, Cash Management
Education
Stann Creek High School 1970 — 1974
High School Diploma, General
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelors, Bus Mgmt-Accounting
Family Chain Entertainment August 2013 - Present
FOCUS Brands June 2012 - August 2013
KoonsFuller, PC November 2011 - March 2012
North Texas Television ntTV August 2007 - May 2011
University of North Texas February 2007 - May 2011
Clear Channel Radio September 2010 - January 2011
Sigma Phi Epsilon 2006 - 2011
Clear Channel Radio May 2010 - September 2010
The Lone Star Emmy Foundation October 2009 - October 2009
Jewish Community Association of Austin 2007 - 2008
Skills
Adobe Audition, Premiere, News Packages, Adobe Encore, Television, Broadcast, Editing, Radio Broadcasting, Radio, Broadcast Journalism, Video Production, Ap Style, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft CRM, Burli, NexGen, Social Media, Storytelling, Customer Service
Education
University of North Texas 2006 — 2011
BA, Radio/Television/Film
University of North Texas 2006 — 2011
BA, Spanish
AIP Language Institute 2009 — 2009
Study Abroad Program, Spanish Language and Literature, A-97
FOCUS Brands March 2015 - Present
Nestle Professional Beverages (formerly Vitality Foodservice) April 2013 - February 2015
Nestle Professional Vitality Beverage Solutions February 2011 - March 2013
Vitality Foodservice, Inc. July 2006 - January 2011
Vitality Foodservice, Inc. January 2003 - June 2005
Procter & Gamble 2000 - 2002
Bridgeway Counseling Services 1989 - 2000
Contel Telephone 1986 - 1989
Skills
Sales, Business Development, Management, National Accounts, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Direct Sales, Contract Negotiation, B2B, Sales Operations, Account Management, Budgets, Business Planning
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 1986 — 1988
MA, Human Resources
Southeast Missouri State University 1979 — 1983
B.S., Marketing
Focus Brands June 1993 - Present
Skills
Franchising, Restaurant Management, New Business Development, Restaurants, Franchise Consulting, Food & Beverage, Income Statement, Food Safety, Food Service, Food, Team Building, Business Planning, Inventory Management, Hospitality, Multi-unit, Menu Development, New Restaurant Openings, P&L Management
Education
San Antonio College 1987 — 1989
Associates, Drafting & Design
Red Rocks Community College July 2012 - Present
Focus Brands 2009 - September 2011
Jess Harris III, Inc. 2008 - 2011
Energy Land Consultants, Inc. January 2008 - May 2009
Oklahoma Document Imaging LLC 2008 - 2009
Beyond Waves Mountain Surf Shop 2004 - 2007
Skills
Food, Customer Service, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Digital Photography, Microsoft Office, Social Media, PowerPoint, Food Service, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Menu Development
Education
The College of Santa Fe 2003 — 2007
Bachelor Of Fine Arts, Documentary Studies, Photography, Political Science
Classen School of Advanced Studies 1999 — 2003
HS, Photography
Red Rocks Community College
Solar Energy Technology/Technician
Focus Brands
Skills
AlohaQS, MenuLink, Configuration Center, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Customer Service, Project Management, Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Coaching, Food Service, Restaurants, Food
Education
Michigan State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor's degree
Focus Brands March 2012 - Present
Auntie Anne's, Inc. August 2003 - March 2012
Education
Quinnipiac University 1976 — 1980