"I'm in 'Pay it Forward' mode, which means I'm driven by a genuine desire to share my experiences and insights with others. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to learn from both successes and setbacks, and now I feel a deep sense of responsibility to pass that knowledge along. Whether it's providing guidance, offering resources, or simply being there as a sounding board, I’m committed to helping others navigate their journeys. I believe that when we support each other’s growth, we all move forward together."

Retired Executive from MDI

Drive operational execution in 115 supermarkets spread across the mid-Atlantic region in three banners of Supervalu East (Shoppers, Farm Fresh, Shop and Save) offering traditional fresh departments plus pharmacy, chef stations, Starbucks and wine/beer stores within a store. Responsibilities include focus on delivering a higher level of customer experience while executing operations and merchandising plans as directed by Supervalu, providing input and feedback on strategy to merchandising leads as well as compliance with administrative, operations policies and governmental agencies.

Responsible for setting the strategy for store operations and leading a dedicated team of district managers.Responsible for operations at Shoppers' stores owned by Supervalu. Accountable for execution of all company sales programs and supervision of all aspects of store operations, sales support, customer service, food safety, worker’s comp/general liability, shrink, front end operations and special projects. Financial responsibilities include store delivery of P&L results and managing SG&A and strategic capital investments. Banner responsibility for execution of store merchandising plans; creating optimal guest shopping experience; maximizing profitable growth through current and new markets. Ensure effective operational execution of all company programs, plans and policies in all retail areas to achieve projected market sales and profit objections. Key focus of role is to guide the direction of the banner operations, goals and key initiatives; provide resources, support, accountability to deliver business results and to create a dynamic culture of change and transition toward best practices that will optimize performance and results with a high sense of urgency.

Responsible for operations at Albertsons' central division (86 stores). Accountable for execution of all company sales programs and supervision of all aspects of store operations, sales support, customer service, food safety, worker’s comp/general liability, shrink, front end operations and special projects. Financial responsibilities include store delivery of P&L results and managing SG&A and strategic capital investments. Responsibility for execution of store merchandising plans; creating optimal guest shopping experience; maximizing profitable growth through current and new markets. Ensure effective operational execution of all company programs, plans and policies in all retail areas to achieve projected market sales and profit objections.

[ Edit ] Public Company ; ABS ; Retail industry October 2009 – Present ( 3 months) District Manager responsible for operations, sales and profit performance of 22 stores in LA Quad area. Other role responsibilities include oversight of execution of marketing plans and other company initiatives at store level, selection and training of store management candidates, succession planning.

Responsible for the operational execution of the Six Sigma initiative within SUPERALU. This position required monitoring the performance of Six Sigma across operating geographies and directing activities to ensure financial, project development, cycle time, and personnel targets are met. Interacted heavily with Operational Deployment Leaders in 8 supermarket banners to develop, implement, and manage common operating practices and procedures to maintain consistency across the Six Sigma initiative. In addition, responsible for directing and monitoring the deployment of Six Sigma to new geographies.

Led banner deployment team of 14 black belts, 2 master black belts, financial and data analyst to deliver financial benefits to banner in areas of growing sales, reducing shrink and labor expense, etc.

Responsible for sales and profit performance of 26 stores. Role responsibilities include execution of marketing plans and other company initiatives, selection and training of store management candidates, succession planning.

Responsibilities included sales and profit performance of 135 bakery departments in chain of large supermarkets. Functions included procurement of product and supplies, pricing, training, marketing plan development and labor relations.

Responsible for driving sales and profits of bakery departments in 125 stores through development of new sales programs. Responsibilities included successful relations with retail operators and partnerships with both manufacturers/distributors to ensure quality products and services to our customers.