ALAN BISHOP
Arden,NC
Summary
Senior leader with 30+ years of experience driving operational excellence, financial performance, and people development across multi-unit organizations. Proven record of leading large teams, resolving complex conflicts, and delivering sustained growth in fast-paced, regulated environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Manager
Waffle House, Inc.
, NC
01.2007 - Current
- Exceed sales, profitability, and cost-control targets year over year.
- Led multi-unit operations managing 3 District Managers and 9 Unit Managers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Directed talent development and community engagement initiatives while overseeing facility maintenance.
- Ensured food safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance standards to maintain operational integrity.
Director of Family Services
The Mediation Center
Asheville, NC
- Facilitated high-conflict mediations for divorce, custody, and asset division, ensuring constructive communication and resolution.
- Delivered legally sound resolutions using advanced mediation techniques, promoting lasting agreements among parties.
Child Access & Visitation Coordinator
Family Court, District 28
Asheville, NC
- Managed daily operations and supervised team of 20 to ensure effective service delivery.
- Oversaw logistics and inventory management to streamline service delivery processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Strategic leadership
- Operational excellence
- Financial management
- Team development
- Conflict resolution
- Compliance
- Customer relations
- Project management
- Public speaking
Timeline
Division Manager
Waffle House, Inc.
01.2007 - Current
Director of Family Services
The Mediation Center
Child Access & Visitation Coordinator
Family Court, District 28
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
University of Florida