Brandy Allen-Harveth
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Accomplished business owner and general manager with over 10 years in the hospitality industry. Demonstrated success in team leadership, financial oversight, and enhancing customer service. Committed to driving operational excellence and achieving organizational goals. An expert in hiring, financial management, and operational efficiency. Skilled in maximizing sales through strategic bar buildouts and maintaining strong distributor relationships.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
BSl Entertainment
09.2018 - Current
- Maintaining relationship with liquor and beer distributors
- Ordering of all product and paper goods to maintain an efficient work space
- Created bar build out to maximize sales
- Manages day-to-day business operations.
- Manages financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hires , traineds and manages a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Owner
Social Bar
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
General Manager
Tiki Bob's Cantina
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high service standards.
- Managed inventory control systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
General Manager
Blu Lounge
08.2010 - 08.2016
- Led team meetings to communicate goals, foster collaboration, and address operational challenges.
- Established vendor relationships to negotiate favorable terms and ensure quality supplies.
- Streamlined processes to improve service speed and enhance overall guest experience.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN05-2004
High School Diploma -
Indianapolis Baptist
Indianapolis, IN05-2000
Skills
- Hiring and maintaining staff and employee files
- Payroll & Quickbooks experience
- Ordering of all product and paper goods to maintain an efficient work space
- Maintaining relationship with liquor and beer distributors
- Customer service
- Safe serve qualified
- Skilled in bar buildouts to maximize sales
- Over 20 years experience in the hospitality industry
Timeline
Owner
BSl Entertainment
09.2018 - Current
Owner
Social Bar
08.2017 - 08.2018
General Manager
Tiki Bob's Cantina
09.2016 - 08.2017
General Manager
Blu Lounge
08.2010 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
IUPUI
High School Diploma -
Indianapolis Baptist