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William Taylor Email & Phone Number
Director of Food and Beverage Operations and Investments
at
Smolak Industries
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@illinoisrestaurants.org
2 phones found area 312
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Role
Director of Food and Beverage Operations and Investments
Location
Greater Chicago Area, United States
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William Taylor is listed as Director of Food and Beverage Operations and Investments at Smolak Industries, a with 6 employees, based in Greater Chicago Area, United States. AeroLeads shows a work email signal at illinoisrestaurants.org, phone signal with area code 312, and a matched LinkedIn profile for William Taylor.
William Taylor previously worked as Director of Food & Beverage Operations and Investments at Smolak Industries and Founder & CEO at Innpowerment Consulting. William Taylor holds Bachelor'S Degree, Music Theory And Composition from Columbia College Chicago.
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About William Taylor
I have an extensive background in hospitality management/operations, product development, marketing, sales and financial management, which allows me to be a strong strategic planner who quickly establishes rapport with diverse groups ranging from executives to consumers. My greatest strengths are my strong marketing skills with the ability to effectively interact at all levels. I am well-versed in all aspects of managing teams and departments with specialties including budgeting and financial analysis as well as sales and team building. With a background in classical music and orchestral conducting, I have a unique set of leadership tools which I have adapted to many business situations, bringing a fresh approach to training, discipline, consulting and the development of impactful business teams and authentic success directives.
Listed skills include Customer Service, Management, Social Media, Event Planning, and 6 others.
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Smolak Industries
11 roles
William Taylor work experience
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Director Of Food & Beverage Operations And Investments
Current
Jul 2020 - Present
Founder & Ceo
Current
Innpowerment Consulting
Jul 2020 - Present
Member And Corporate Relations Manager
Jan 2017 - Apr 2020
Member Relations Manager
Member Relations Manager, Marketing, and Membership Sales RepresentativeEvents:• 2015 IRA Golf Classic (Event Staff)• Multiple Community Restaurant Operator Roundtables (Organizer/Marketing/Facilitator)• 8/26/15 Happy To Be Heard! membership event at John Barleycorn (asst. Organizer/Marketing/facilitator) • 9/27-9/29 Chicago Gourmet (Bon Appétit Culinary Stage Manager)• 11/6/15 Illinois Restaurant Association and Illinois Restaurant Education Foundation's Chef's Table Gala at Hyatt Regency (Event Staff)• IRA/NIFA Winter Luncheon at McDonald's World Headquarters (Organizer/Sponsorship/Marketing/Facilitator) • 4/20/16 Sustainable Solutions to Save Money - Seminar at Cantina 1910 (Organizer/Marketing)• 4/2/16 Community Dining / Farmer's Fridge Luncheon at IRA Office (Co-Organizer/Co-Marketing/Facilitator)• 5/10/16 Meet the Experts membership event at Fremont (Marketing/Event Staff)• 9/23-5/16 Chicago Gourmet (Bon Appétit Culinary Stage Manager)• 11/4/16 Illinois Restaurant Association and Illinois Restaurant Education Foundation's Chef's Table Gala at Morgan Manufacturing (Event Staff)Additional:• Edit and organize content for the membership department segment in the IRA weekly President's Report• Community Organizer, roundtable facilitator
Jun 2015 - Jan 2017
Consultant / Director Of Operations
Strings Ramen / Grasswood Tea
Opened New LocationConsulted and Facilitated:•Logistics Management•Multi-Unit Operations•Corporate Strategy•SOPs and LSOPs•Marketing and Social Media•Permits•Certifications•Staffing and Training•Menu and Pricing •POS/Tech•P&L
Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
Music Director / Conductor
The Chicago Zither Orchestra
Part Time - Music Director and Conductor of 100 year old community orchestra and club. Led all rehearsals and concerts, facilitated the music librarian and assisted with marketing and promotion.
Feb 2004 - Jul 2013
Portfolio Manager
Sales Representative and Wine Consultant, North and Northwest Chicagoland / Rockford, IL. Sold wine and spirits to on and off premise retailers and restaurantsFacilitated and planned wine dinner events and tastings. Extensive wine training from Master SommelierConsulted on wine list and food/wine pairings for restaurants
Feb 2009 - Jun 2013
Managing Partner And Sales Manager
General Foodservice
Food Brokerage and Wholesale Distributor for multiple sugar-free dessert lines manufactured by Hill & Valley Premium Bakery.
Feb 2008 - Mar 2009
Director Of Food And Beverage
Managed all food and beverage for a 375 room full service hotel.• 1401 West American Bistro• Room Service• Lobby Lounge Bar• Platinum Level Bar• Starbucks (full service) • Banquets/Catering & Events• MOD (manager on duty) for property - rotating • Board of Directors: Operations / F&B
Apr 2005 - Jan 2008
General Manager
Ravinia Bistro
Managed all operations for 110 seat French Bistro.Recognized by: Chicago Tribune, NorthShore Magazine and Zagat
May 2001 - Jan 2005
1 education record
William Taylor education
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What company does William Taylor work for?
William Taylor works for Smolak Industries.
What is William Taylor's role at Smolak Industries?
William Taylor is listed as Director of Food and Beverage Operations and Investments at Smolak Industries.
What is William Taylor's email address?
AeroLeads has found 1 work email signal at @illinoisrestaurants.org for William Taylor at Smolak Industries.
What is William Taylor's phone number?
AeroLeads has found 2 phone signal(s) with area code 312 for William Taylor at Smolak Industries.
Where is William Taylor based?
William Taylor is based in Greater Chicago Area, United States while working with Smolak Industries.
What companies has William Taylor worked for?
William Taylor has worked for Smolak Industries, Innpowerment Consulting, Illinois Restaurant Association, Strings Ramen / Grasswood Tea, and The Chicago Zither Orchestra.
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William Taylor's colleagues at Smolak Industries include Yuanyuan Sun and Wenjie Huang.
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What schools did William Taylor attend?
William Taylor holds Bachelor'S Degree, Music Theory And Composition from Columbia College Chicago.
What skills is William Taylor known for?
William Taylor is listed with skills including Customer Service, Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing, Sales, Event Management, and Public Speaking.
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