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SUMMARY Successful and creative executive with a passion for people and the customer. Extensive experience in operations, franchising, real estate, distribution and corporate development. Fifteen years of experience in the restaurant industry with Marriott Corporation. Demonstrated the ability to organize, coordinate and successfully lead a team to accomplish set objectives. Positions included District, Regional and Director levels in operations, human resources, training and franchising. Successfully centralized all franchise activity in the US and Canada for Blockbuster Entertainment with annual revenue in excess of $1.8 Billion. Developed and led the Franchise Advisory Council as the primary forum for feedback to system and brand enhancements. Developed and executed a strategic plan to grow a new retail concept (Beauty Brands Inc.) from $2 Million in annual sales to $125 Million. Developed an underperforming store program improving EBITDA in excess of 100% within 12 months for multiple locations. Developed the site selection and new store opening process as well as leading the Senior Executive Team. Primary stakeholder in the development and management of several distribution centers shipping over 12 Million units a year.
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