Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Frank McClelland

ESSEX,Massachusetts

Summary

Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals. Highly skilled in culinary arts and the food industry.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO/Chef

FKM Brands Corporation
11.2019 - 08.2023
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.

Owner/Operator

L'Espalier
06.1988 - 12.2018
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Trained and developed team members to build human capital.
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Worked with marketing teams to create print and online advertisements to bring in new customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Farmer

Apple Street Farm
01.2009 - 06.2015
  • Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
  • Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
  • Created farm strategies to maximize production and convert farm operations to commercial standards.
  • Maintained detailed records of crop production, soil composition and livestock health.
  • Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
  • Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.

Education

Science

New England College
Henniker, NH

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Market Research
  • Budgetary Oversight
  • Strategic Partnership
  • Market Trend Expertise
  • Operational Oversight
  • Business Administration
  • Strategic Direction
  • Business Development
  • Controls Systems Enhancement
  • Program Leadership
  • Operating Budget

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of staff members of up to 300 employees.
  • Achieved AAA Five Diamond awards 15 years in a row
  • Achieved Best Chef Northeast in 2007

Certification

  • HACCP Certified
  • Servsafe Certified

Timeline

CEO/Chef

FKM Brands Corporation
11.2019 - 08.2023

Farmer

Apple Street Farm
01.2009 - 06.2015

Owner/Operator

L'Espalier
06.1988 - 12.2018

Science

New England College
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