Michael Korta

Supervised 7-14 locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.

• Responsible for 54 locations in the areas of Loss Prevention, Marketing, and creating a Fun and Energizing work environment.
• Leader in growing a DMA of 27 restaurants to 54 locations.
• Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
• Boosted employee morale by creating a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities. Lead consistently with all "People Metrics" for 23 years.
• Oversaw successful store openings, coordinating logistics, staffing, training, and promotional efforts to ensure smooth transitions for new locations.
• Modeled best practices for sales and customer service.
• Coordinated with other district managers to actualize performance improvement strategies.
• Enhanced company reputation through community involvement, developing partnerships with local organizations and participating in charitable events.
• Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.

• Analyzed financial performance of area by monitoring budgets and expenses, reviewing financial statements and recommending appropriate actions.
• Supervised restaurants covering three states.
• Assisted in the opening of high volume locations.
• Monitored regional performance metrics, providing timely feedback and implementing corrective actions when necessary to ensure goals were achieved consistently across all locations.
• Increased revenue growth with the implementation of innovative marketing strategies and sales techniques.
• Performed audits to reduce and control loss and meet internal audit and compliance objectives.

• Advanced rapidly through the PepsiCo, Tri-Con, and Yum Brands system.
• National award winner of the Donald Kendall Award. Pizza Huts highest honor.
• Worked on assignment with research and development to to launch a new Pizza hut concept.
• Supervised up to 14 locations in Columbia, SC.
• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
• Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.