Meeting Preference: Email, In Person, Phone, Video
Languages: English
I was an Accredited Counselor for the Denver CO chapter from March of 2001 to June of 2004.
I have 33 years manufacturing experience in heavy industries such as construction equipment, and cryogenics at the executive level as VP of operations. Worked 3 years as a consultant.
I was a franchisee for 10 years with three locations in the quick serve restaurant sector. Selected locations, wrote successful business plans for financing , negotiated leases, supervised architects and contractors to open locations. Established successful catering business amounting to 20% of sales. Grew sales to $3.2 Million/yr.
Worked 8 years for two franchisors as Director of Design and Construction. Worked with franchisees to open locations. Guided them through the design and regulatory processes. Worked with operations to provide the most efficient design. Reduced average time to open by 50% Supervised kiosk and equipment manufacturers. Directed architects and contractors.
Areas of Expertise
- Business Plan
- Franchising
- Government Regulations
- Management & Operations
- Product Development
Industry Experience
- Construction
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing