Hi, I’m
Bradley Evans
Vice President
Edmond,OK
Summary
Energetic leader able to bring a diverse group of team members to success. Proven track record in the areas of franchise operations, new store openings, guest service, people development, new system and program execution. Performance-driven Vice President with 10+ years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business judgment.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Knuckies Franchise Company
Vice President
04.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Co-Founded a new brand from conceptual to store opening, Knuckies Hoagies, in under 90 days
- Negotiated contracts with National vendors to capitalize on the Scale of Economics as well as generating a 6 figure revenue stream for the company
- Implemented and managed national accounts with Third Party Delivery initiatives as well as other off-premise sales initiatives to increase sales by 10-15% per location
- Meet monthly with the President and Investors to discuss the “State of the Business” and quarterly benchmarks
- Opened 5 new locations with multiple more in the pipeline
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Developed new revenue streams by identifying growth opportunities and forging strategic partnerships with key industry players.
Georgia Franchise Group
Vice President of Operations
03.2018 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Creating and executing all system, procedures and team member resources system wide
- Overseeing the build out of all new store openings and managing project timelines
- Overseeing R&D on all new menus, menu items, and LTOs
- Working Directly with the President for strategic planning and execution
- Met monthly with the President and Investors to discuss the “State of the Business” and quarterly benchmarks
- Leading a diverse group of individuals to achieve not only business goals but personal goals
- Leading monthly P&L improvement initiatives such as COGS, Labor & Waste
- Negotiated, implemented and managed national accounts with Third Party Delivery initiatives as well as other off-premise sales initiatives to increase sales by 10%
- Oversaw supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery of products while minimizing inventory costs.
- Reduced operational costs by optimizing resource allocation and negotiating better contracts with suppliers.
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
Operations Services Manager
01.2016 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Oversaw the vision, leadership and development of all domestic and international operations
- Oversaw and evaluated processes incorporated in both new and existing locations
- Communicated to entire Franchisee System with operational best practices, weekly highlights and new program initiatives
- Assisted in initiative to help decrease system wide COGS by 6%
- Created and implemented system wide testing for all new or potential projects
- Helped manage cross departmental teams for the development of critical problem-solving strategies to address the immediate and future needs of franchisees and their businesses
- Member of the Product Development Committee to ensure operational consistency, execution and brand consistency for entire franchise system.
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
Sr. International Field Business Consultant
03.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Developed and oversaw operational system and procedures in Australia, Mexico and Dubai
- Oversaw the build out and opening of new store openings in international markets
- Worked directly with vendors to create operational efficiencies and reduce cost at the store level
- Helped manage cross departmental projects to ensure operational consistency, execution and brand consistency internationally.
- Evaluated existing business models, identifying areas of improvement to increase revenue generation potential.
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
Sr. Field Business Consultant
03.2012 - 03.2014
Job overview
- Managed a team of Field Service Reps (FSR) in the Central, Atlantic Coast and Midwest Regions that worked directly with Franchisees to ensure brand integrity, operational efficiencies and P&L analysis
- Create and manage system and procedures to improve in-store operations
- Oversaw the creation of a system wide scorecard to help maintain the brands integrity
- Oversaw and managed teams that opened 300+ New Stores Domestically and Internationally
- Personally opened 120+ locations Domestically and Internationally.
- Increased Franchise satisfaction by implementing tailored solutions for their unique business needs.
Education
University of Central OklahomaEdmond, Oklahoma
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from Business Management
12.2011
Skills
- Franchise Operations Expert
- Process Improvement
- Business Development
- Creating and Executing New Systems
- New Program Development Expert
- New Store Openings Expert
- Strategic Planning Expert
- Corporate and Field Training Expert
- Employee Relations Expert
- Vendor Relations Expert
- Operations Management
Timeline
Vice President
Knuckies Franchise Company
04.2021 - Current
Vice President of Operations
Georgia Franchise Group
03.2018 - 04.2021
Operations Services Manager
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
01.2016 - 03.2018
Sr. International Field Business Consultant
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
03.2014 - 01.2016
Sr. Field Business Consultant
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt
03.2012 - 03.2014
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from Business Management
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