ELLIOT COHEN

• Developed and implemented operational processes to enhance efficiency in daily bagel production.
• Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels of ingredients and supplies.
• Trained and mentored staff on best practices for food safety and quality control.
• Analyzed customer feedback to improve product offerings and service quality.
• Developed Gluten Free fresh baked goods for our customers who were celiac, started with bagels and expanded to fifty plus other baked goods.
• Developed a wholesale baked goods business to schools, hospitals, nursing homes and retail delis.
• Marketing using Social Media

-Managed and owned nine retail Bagel,Deli,and Bakeries throughout New Jersey(Bergen County),New York, and Connecticut.

-Developed best operational practices for all management and staff.

-Taught best health practices to all.

-Some locations built from scratch, while others needed major renovations.

-Solicited competitive bids, and leveraged all nine locations to keep product costs low.

-Some locations, implemented manage/ownership skills.

-Sold most businesses for two-three times original purchase price or buildout costs.

-All sellers paid off all notes, and continue to do very well.

• Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and drive financial performance.
• Developed and implemented risk management frameworks to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to support business growth and operational efficiency.
• Oversaw talent development programs, mentoring senior leaders to foster high-performing teams
• Directed comprehensive market analysis to identify growth opportunities and inform investment strategies.
• Streamlined operational processes, resulting in improved service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Managed Global Expense Management teams all over the world and saved the institution millions($$$)
• Led the cost reduction,negotiation and policy efforts for the $150 million global travel program
• Partnered with Finance to develop and deploy a proprietary T&E expense reimbursement system.
• Reported to CFO, prepared expense packages for presentation to the Board Of Directors
• Started in the Audit Department, moved on to the Commercial Loan Department, and then to Finance

• Part time jobs:(Food Service cafeterias, Car Wash retail locations, Baskin Robbins, and Kentucky Fried Chicken.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.