Open new business: design concept, oversee build out, obtain proper licensing, negotiate pricing with vendors, and build a team of management Establish and implement training programs, best practices and standards for service; create employee handbookDevelop marketing campaigns to increase visibility and profits; design catering sales packages Monitor inventory, payroll and revenue to maintain expenses below budget through accurate planning, waste reduction and cost effective operating proceduresCredited with a high degree of diplomacy resolving challenges without sacrificing customer or employee relations

Build business from zero to 1.5 million dollars a month in revenue in less than four months by securing major contracts and forming key relationships within the industry Hire, train and develop sales staff; formulate sales processes, policies, pricing and contractual terms and conditions for customers; cultivate plans and strategies for developing business expansion and achieving the company’s sales goals Manage company of over 150 employees working on eight separate worksites in multiple states; organize and conduct weekly meetings with each department and district including sales, operations, and administration providing overall direction and guidance to the operational activities of the organization with the objective of maximizing growth and profitability Day to day leadership and management of all company functions; direct and coordinate activities to be consistent with established goals, objectives, budgets, policies and developed business culture

Foster great relationships with top accounts in Nashville and surrounding areas while pursuing and establishing new businessManage pricing and margins to exceed all monthly quotas and sales goalsConduct weekly education with restaurant management and their staff; increase profitability by developing brands; add value by designing high end wine and cocktail lists to be in line with client objectives and business needsStrategic planning to insure great customer service in a diverse route and achieve a 20% annual growth in salesTrain and educate new sales representatives