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JOHN DAVID KIMBROUGH

Buckeye,AZ

Summary

Accomplished Franchise Business Consultant with extensive experience in strategic franchise management, operations, and team building. Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales and operational goals. Expertise in both local franchisee and national corporate brand perspectives within the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Franchising

Flip Flop Shops
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Led franchise development and support initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate goals for over 60 locations.
  • Achieved operational efficiencies and improved franchisee satisfaction.

Director of Franchising

Pretzelmaker
08.2019 - 08.2023
  • Directed franchise operations and support across multiple regions for over 150 domestic locations.
  • Exceeded budgeted sales and operational targets through strategic initiatives.

Director of Franchise Support

Hot Dog on A Stick
11.2017 - 08.2019
  • Managed franchise support services, enhancing franchisee performance and satisfaction for more than 20 locations.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for franchisees.

Senior Franchise Business Consultant

Hot Dog on A Stick
01.2017 - 10.2017
  • Provided high-level consulting to franchisees, focusing on operational improvements for more than 20 locations.
  • Increased franchisee sales through targeted marketing and operational strategies.

Franchise Business Consultant

Pretzelmaker
03.2011 - 01.2017
  • Supported franchisees in achieving operational and financial goals in the Western Region for more than 60 locations.
  • Developed local store marketing strategies that enhanced brand presence.

Marketing Manager

DDR Pizza Inc, Domino's Pizza Franchise
03.2009 - 02.2011
  • Led marketing efforts, driving sales growth and brand recognition
  • Implemented local marketing campaigns that resulted in increased customer engagement.

Franchise Business Consultant

Pretzelmaker, Marble Slab Creamery, MaggieMoo's
09.2005 - 12.2008
  • Advised franchisees on best practices in operations and marketing
  • Recognized with National Local Store Marketing award in 2005.

Sheet Metal Shop Foreman

Big Bear Sheet Metal Heating & Plumbing
07.1993 - 05.2005
  • Oversaw sheet metal fabrication and installation projects
  • Ensured project completion within deadlines and quality standards.

Education

Miami-Dade Community College
Miami, FL

Skills

  • Strategic Franchise Management: Expertise in national, regional, and local levels
  • Team Building: Advocate for strong team dynamics between company and franchisees
  • QSR Management: In-depth experience in all phases of operations from franchisee and corporate perspectives
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation: Strong background in residential and commercial projects

Interests

  • COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Team Manager for traveling youth ice hockey team
  • Vice President and Director of Coaching for a 60-team youth soccer league ACCOMPLISHMENTS
  • National Local Store Marketing award winner with Maggie Moo's Ice Cream and Treatery in 2005

Timeline

Director of Franchising

Flip Flop Shops
02.2024 - 07.2024

Director of Franchising

Pretzelmaker
08.2019 - 08.2023

Director of Franchise Support

Hot Dog on A Stick
11.2017 - 08.2019

Senior Franchise Business Consultant

Hot Dog on A Stick
01.2017 - 10.2017

Franchise Business Consultant

Pretzelmaker
03.2011 - 01.2017

Marketing Manager

DDR Pizza Inc, Domino's Pizza Franchise
03.2009 - 02.2011

Franchise Business Consultant

Pretzelmaker, Marble Slab Creamery, MaggieMoo's
09.2005 - 12.2008

Sheet Metal Shop Foreman

Big Bear Sheet Metal Heating & Plumbing
07.1993 - 05.2005

Miami-Dade Community College
JOHN DAVID KIMBROUGH