Led company through pandemic era economic and social ups and downs with considerablefinancial success.Managed contracts and negotiated with local and state governing bodies on a regular basis.Oversaw remodeling of the company’s flagship retail store and the buildout of the company’s new restaurant.Reshaped entire upper management team, hired new talents.Implemented cost-saving initiatives and streamlined operations, leading to a 15% reduction in overall expenses.Directed cross-functional teams to successfully launch new product lines, increasing market share and brand visibility.Created an inclusive, safe company culture that led to higher employee retention in a "safe for all environment".

Implemented internal controls and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safeguard company assets.Managed month-end close process, including financial statement preparation and variance analysis, to provide accurate and timely financial reporting.Implemented industry leading accounting and inventory management system companywide.

Managed a fast paced, high volume, fine dining Italian restaurant.

Operated a high volume, casual Greek restaurant concept in a corporate setting.

Led a fine dining establishment featuring healthy Californian cuisine with French influence.

Acted as a liaison between service manger, customers and truck mechanic, in one of the largest truck repair shop in New York State. I also worked as a certified vehicle inspector for the State of NY.