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Greater Chicago Area

Strategic management to a portfolio of more than $60M. Identification and review of client goals and objectives to build and maintain strong relationships. Formulation and presentation of targeted client plans to develop effective and efficient brand promotion strategies and optimize brand activation based on customer knowledge. Close monitoring of client growth across brands through extensive knowledge of the retailer’s operation and merchandising strategies as well as unparalleled insight, effective selling, and execution. Collation and evaluation of data from available data sources which include IRI, Nielsen, and point of sale (POS) data in support to the category. Impartment of key consultation to internal teams and client, while formulating analysis presentations with insight and recommendations to support category.• Active engagement in the strategic planning, revenue forecasting, and merchandise-selling activities for Grocery, and fresh Channels.• Cultivation and maintenance of positive working relationship with high-end partners by directly reporting to multiple manufacturer representatives

Greater Chicago Area

Oversees all operations; personnel, assets, logistics, sales and accounts in three states responsible for $25 million in annual sales.Lead and mentor district sales managers, warehouse managers, and field sales staff across the region; ultimatelyaccountable for over 60 employees. Administer all key client projects and sales initiatives, inclusive of seasonal resets and new item introductions. Represent Arctic Express on market tours and in sales meetings with clients throughout the Midwest. Works closely with customer service, business analytics, and collection to insure that customer terms are met byboth parties. Increased the number of active accounts by 13% leading to an annual sales increase of $2.4 million. Improved sales efficiency from an average $324 to $391 per labor hour while increasing routing productivity from2,564 to 2,888 active customers over the same period last year. Recognized for innovation, the first to test new market strategies and develop them in to action plans for otherregions.

830 N. Michigan And 400 N. Michigan River North

Responsible for multiple retail store operations and implementations of sales and growth strategy programs. Point GM for Eastern Region handled all aspects of business in the absence of Regional Manager Trained all Eastern Region management staff including the incoming regional manager on all operationalprocedures. Established and developed entire management team at multiple locations. Increased profit for area by 17% by reducing labor, freight and food cost. Increased area sales by 3% through improving guest-service efficiencies. Led the opening of the largest flagship store in the company with annual sales of $1.7 million. Mentored three promising hourly employees into effective salaried managers.

Chicago

Responsible for training all sales and service staff, establishing operational systems, and the developing company’sstandard operating procedures and guidelines. Bridge House Tavern is a modern gastropub with a waterfront ambienceand upscale American cuisine. Solely responsible for the initial hiring, training, and staffing of the company. Responsible for the development and installation of the electronic point-of-sale system. Created and documented administrative procedures, company standards and best practices manuals to facilitatedaily operations and promote a proactive company culture of well-developed sales and service staff. Developed and implemented all training materials and safety guidelines in accordance with the U.S. OccupationalSafety and Health Administration and Illinois Labor Laws. Held seminars with front-of-house staff to promote sales acumen and service excellence. Trained and mentored back-of-house management on staffing, scheduling and day-to-day operations.

Oakbrook Terrace, Il

General Manager Redstone American Grill, Oakbrook IL Apr 2006 - Mar 2010Responsible for all aspects of daily operations, accountable for over $7 million in gross annual sales. Directly oversaw 5 managers and an executive chef, ensuring adherence to service and budget. Continually enhanced profitability through cost containment processes. Actively improved human resource talent at all levels Led the company in salesmanship with highest guest check averages. Increased sales through implementation of on/off-site sales programs.