Deep & Diversified Expertise

Spearheaded growth and infrastructure development, both company-owned and franchised, over approximate five-year tenure ending 2019. Consistently increased profitability, culminating in a $100 million public offering for this fast-casual, "better-burger" chain.

Created leadership systems, processes, M&A integration, and stellar operational execution for venture-capital-backed, 90-unit, veterinary hospital company later acquired by VCA - operator of 750 animal hospitals.

Led acquisition team that initially took this public company private. As COO, conceived strategies driving Nathan's expansion through franchising, innovative site development in airports and toll roads, and the rapid growth of a major consumer packaged goods (CPG) licensing program. 

Acquired and expanded couture soap and home fragrance business, establishing key partnerships with Bloomingdale's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Pottery Barn, HSN, QVC, Neiman Marcus, Disney, Martha Stewart, and Williams-Sonoma. Strategic growth led to company's acquisition by renowned luxury products firm. 

Revitalized AMF Worldwide's 500-unit food, beverage, and entertainment division, driving significant profit and cash flow improvements following its $1.4 billion acquisition by Goldman Sachs. 

Directed strategic M&A and brand extensions for then NYSE coffee roaster and distributor Chock Full o' Nuts (CFON). Following its acquisition by Sara Lee, CFON became a division of global coffee powerhouse, Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group.