Manage strategic relationships for Compass Group’s key accounts in the Southwest territory. Ultimately responsible for the retention of over 50 accounts representing over $236B in revenue. The Strategic Alliance Group (SAG) reports to the board of directors of Compass Group NA, and works with all key internal and external stakeholders to ensure we develop sound strategies to retain and consistently bring thought leadership to our clients. Acting as the client advocate, SAG engages with clients at all levels to seek to understand their must wins and critical business issues. • Achieved 100% account retention and retained 99.7% profitability during contract negotiations.• Negotiated over 25 contract renewals representing over $98M.• As a result of partnership solutions, strategy development and implementation, successfully preempted and extended over 30 contracts, forgoing a competitive bid process.• Co-authored and conducted strategic account management & retention workshops aimed at the executive level• Developed strategic solutions based on client critical business issues through collaboration and cross functional team development.

Marketing and communications responsibilities for a $1.2 billion contract foodservice company resulting in unprecedented growth of top line revenues. Positioned Chartwells as the market leader by conducting market research and trend analysis regarding the Millennial generation resulting in a revolutionary dining solution based solely on generational attributes. Develop cross-functional teams, horizontally and vertically, within the division and for various Compass Group initiatives. Development and implementation of corporate marketing and communication strategies and objectives.

Increased operational revenues through strategic partnerships and execution of national promotions.Developed, coordinated and administered national associate rewards program for over 15,000 associates resulting in consistent increases in associate satisfaction scores.Developed web based initiatives that drove over $2 million in incremental revenues and increased corporate presence. Oversaw the creation of 5 retail brand solutions resulting in lower operating costs and increased customer satisfaction.Creative design & direction, print production development/coordination and distribution