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Toronto, Ontario

Responsible for Corporate Development including Mergers and Acquisitions, Corp Strategy and key operating functions within the Television/Digital unit including Finance, HR, Technology, Media Operations. Also oversee acquired companies that include Choice TV New Zealand, Omnia Media (YouTube Multi Channel Network based in Los Angeles) and Cottage Life Media (magazine, consumer shows).

Franchisor of Quiznos restaurants in Canada

Accountable for overall performance, direction and operational execution for this Private Equity controlled franchised business with multiple investors.Achieved 2007 profit plan of $19.8MM and positive same store sales after June arrivalRelocated office to Toronto and hired new executive, marketing and operations teamsDeveloped a number of system firsts including a national advertising fund and television campaign, targeted internet advertising, and a "join now" website feature feeding leads directly to franchised outletsSuccessfully minimized the operating earnings impact of excessive expansion '04 to '06 and the closure of certain distressed outlets during the severe economic downturn of 2008Invited franchise participation in key decision processes; surveyed franchisee satisfactionImplemented "simplified pricing" which improved customer close rates from 56% to 65%Successfully recruited a new strategic investor to recapitalize and restructure the company Q1 2009

Full operating and P&L responsibility for the International Business with restaurants in 30 countries.Developed UK turnaround plan following the sale of Perfect Pizza, a second brand acquired in 2003Acquired franchise outlets/development rights for northern China including BeijingSuccessfully refranchised corporate stores in Mexico City and initiated long term development agreements for re-entering Mexico after the termination of the master franchisee.Achieved 105 index to PlanReceived "O Visa" for US employment - substantive evidence requirement of unique, exceptional talents

Full operating and P&L responsibility for $500MM+ business reporting to Viacom, New York. FP was regarded as one of the top theatrical exhibition companies in North America. Successfully co-lead the process to sell the business via auction at a premium during a significant industry downturn.Implemented a four point plan that successfully sustained operating income growth (+18% in 2003 and +11% in 2004) in the face of reduced theatre attendanceExpanded concessions offering with meal replacement (Burger King). Result: concessions sales per capital grew +30% over four yearsAggressively built theatre advertising revenue ($10MM to $25MM) and income ($3MM to $18MM)Asset rationalization - closed 33 unprofitable old style locations through lease buyouts and by securing alternate tenant usesImplemented comprehensive systems in support of field operations including a national labor scheduling matrix, benchmarking reports, and new training strategies. Result: lowered operations cost by $2MM

Responsible for development and approval of all standard form franchise documentation for Pizza Hut, KFC and Taco Bell, for approval of all multi unit franchise development deals and for staffing and training of international support personnel.* Achieved global consensus on new contemporary standard form franchise contracts/development agreements/and process for regional exceptions. * Developed new franchise support program for both internal training and improved partner engagement.

Full P&L accountability for Tricon's Latin America franchise system comprising 750 restaurants and $525million in sales as well as franchise/business development in Canada, including singular accountability for negotiating resolution to long term litigation with Scott's Restaurants. Member of Americas Executive Committee.* Achieved a 22 % increase versus previous year of 1998 franchise profit plan.* Reduced franchise receivables from 120 days to 28 days, with a capital improvement of $2million U.S.* Successfully negotiated definitive agreement for a combined Scott's/Tricon income trust IPO and named CEO designate; ultimately lead to the formation of a private joint venture with new investors.

Full P&L accountability for the Pizza Hut system comprising 562 outlets with $350MM in sales and 5M Company employees. Responsible for all organization structural and staffing decisions as well as granting franchise rights for unit and territory development.* Increased sales and profit by 6% and 33% respectively in the first full year driven by a strategic alliance with a major cheese processor.* Launched a variety of new products (e.g. Harvest Classic, stuffed crust) that lead to significant sales growth.* Implemented a national store-by-store customer satisfaction measurement system that produced dramatic cultural change.

Wichita, Kansas Area

Responsible for strategic marketing direction and annual plans for restaurants in 91 countries, representing $1.7 billion in revenues, as well as creative strategy development, global promotion events and public relations across all regions.* Increased worldwide sales by 22% through strategic repositioning on value platform.* Developed a world wide global brand strategy and trademark usage manuals.* Created and implemented PHI's first global promotion involving Pele and a soccer ball premium achieving record sales in most major markets.* Standardized consumer research plans and methodologies globally.

Full P&L responsibility for the Western Region profit centre of $65MM and $7MM in revenues and profits respectively, as well as new unit expansion and industrial relations with Canadian Auto Workers union for 49 outlets.

Responsible for franchise contracts, corporate real estate, design, engineering and construction, including development and approval of a $16 million capital plan. Successfully negotiated 13 acquisitions totaling 181 restaurants with aggregate capital of $130 million and voluntary conversion of 20 Franchisees from 1.5% royalty to 5-6% with extended term.

Honors Hba, Business

Activities and Societies: Business School Class President 1979. J.J. Wettlaufer award winner Purchasing Management Association of Canada.

Ivey School Of Business, Business Administration

Honors Business Administration, Business

Activities and Societies: VP Ivey Business School Student's Council year 1; J.J. Wettlaufer Award winner; Purchasing Management.

Mergers And Acquisitions Executive Education Program

Attended Advanced Business School course in Mergers and Acquisitions.