Completed numerous industry consulting projects including assignments with Sam's Club, HEB, Murphy Oil Co., Tesoro Petroleum and Albertson's Grocery. Projects included strategic business development, marketplace analysis and facility design initiatives. Entrepreneurial property development consisting primarily of rural land acquisition, improvement and resale. Over twenty-six projects completed during this period with a range of scale from single-family residential to several large ranch… Show more Completed numerous industry consulting projects including assignments with Sam's Club, HEB, Murphy Oil Co., Tesoro Petroleum and Albertson's Grocery. Projects included strategic business development, marketplace analysis and facility design initiatives. Entrepreneurial property development consisting primarily of rural land acquisition, improvement and resale. Over twenty-six projects completed during this period with a range of scale from single-family residential to several large ranch property improvements that resulted in the development of a world class Texas Hill Country resort opened in late 2007. Show less

Opened in 2007 to rave industry and consumer reviews, the ranch became the boutique hospitality destination in South Texas. Texas Monthly Magazine named Riven Rock Ranch "one of the ten best new hotels in Texas" and Southern Living called the resort "one of the South's best inns." The project included a gourmet restaurant, upscale guest accommodations and a critically acclaimed event and conference facility. A popular destination for guests from around the world, Riven Rock Ranch was host to… Show more Opened in 2007 to rave industry and consumer reviews, the ranch became the boutique hospitality destination in South Texas. Texas Monthly Magazine named Riven Rock Ranch "one of the ten best new hotels in Texas" and Southern Living called the resort "one of the South's best inns." The project included a gourmet restaurant, upscale guest accommodations and a critically acclaimed event and conference facility. A popular destination for guests from around the world, Riven Rock Ranch was host to many well known personalities who enjoyed the best South Texas has to offer. Show less

Chief Operating Officer for company's wholesale fuel business and $4 Billion convenience store company in North AmericaDirect responsibility for all marketing activities in US and CanadaMember of Internal Board of DirectorsIdentified and executed numerous strategic acquisitionsCompleted major retail network rationalization program, which included the reimage of the Diamond Shamrock brand and the development and rollout of the Cornerstore brand resulting in increased fuel and… Show more Chief Operating Officer for company's wholesale fuel business and $4 Billion convenience store company in North AmericaDirect responsibility for all marketing activities in US and CanadaMember of Internal Board of DirectorsIdentified and executed numerous strategic acquisitionsCompleted major retail network rationalization program, which included the reimage of the Diamond Shamrock brand and the development and rollout of the Cornerstore brand resulting in increased fuel and store salesGenerated over $175 million through sale of under-performing assetsInternally developed market and site analysis tools used to direct a portion of divestment funds raised back into high potential markets and sites significantly improving network ROISignificant operating cost reduction of 20% achieved over 3 yearsImproved higher margin controlled sales by 30+%Identified and developed a solid management team helping to groom several future senior leadersReworked entire marketing strategy ensuring clear direction for customer-facing businesses Show less

Worked closely with CEO to identify, evaluate and execute major M&A opportunities culminating in a successful merger with Diamond Shamrock in late 1996

Co-business leader for $2 billion subsidiary in Eastern CanadaIdentified, outlined and initiated significant improvement strategies and initiatives to transform the business delivering improved results quickly and sustainably Improved business unit earnings from $5 million in 1992 to $300 million by 1998Developed a long term strategic plan capitalizing on business strengths and reshaped the organization's culture to focus on performance, operations, accountability and customer… Show more Co-business leader for $2 billion subsidiary in Eastern CanadaIdentified, outlined and initiated significant improvement strategies and initiatives to transform the business delivering improved results quickly and sustainably Improved business unit earnings from $5 million in 1992 to $300 million by 1998Developed a long term strategic plan capitalizing on business strengths and reshaped the organization's culture to focus on performance, operations, accountability and customer serviceRevitalized and repositioned the Ultramar brand in Eastern Canada increased market share and improved margins for the long termLaunched new company operated store business generating significant incremental merchandise salesCompany results improved annually in a pace setting performance fo refining/marketing systems in North AmericaGenerated new market options for significant increases in refinery output (110,000 barrels per day in 1992 to 190,000 per day in 1998)Developed a solid management team through promotions, new hires and training to ensure the company's future growth Show less

Through communicating a sense of urgency the organization quickly began a major business transformation.Identified and executed numerous accretive acqusitions to strengthen the retail networkManaged a program to divest under performing assets and redeploy cash to core businessImproved ROI to 18% over 3 yearsImproved retail business revenue to over $600 million and became a market leader in core marketsWorked closely with key managers to develop a strong leadership… Show more Through communicating a sense of urgency the organization quickly began a major business transformation.Identified and executed numerous accretive acqusitions to strengthen the retail networkManaged a program to divest under performing assets and redeploy cash to core businessImproved ROI to 18% over 3 yearsImproved retail business revenue to over $600 million and became a market leader in core marketsWorked closely with key managers to develop a strong leadership teamSuccessfully grew the wholesale/commercial business segment in concert with manufacturing capacities ensuring optimal profitability Show less

Joined rapidly expanding family business at a time of significant industry change (gasoline store conversion to convenience stores)Managed full P&L responsibility for operations of 100 C-store/gasoline facilitiesTransformed over 50 existing gasoline only operations to full line convenience storesHelped to refocus the company's culture to strengthen employee empowerment and customer focus

Completed 5 year executive management training programManaged major distribution expansion project opening 4 new terminals and adding 250 new wholesale customersManaged company's 50 convenience store development projectOn Senior Management team, worked closely with the President and legal counsel to develop and implement Chapter 11 workout plan