Sam Thurman
Tulsa,OK
Summary
My franchise sales and resales experience is extensive, with over two decades of franchise sales/ resales for the largest global home services franchisor. Close collaboration with Legal Counsel, Operations, C-level, and local franchise owners.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
RedBird Bioscience
06.2020 - Current
- Oversee day-to-day operations and team of 96 employees for the largest legal cannabis grower/distributor in OK.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
- Identify and pursue business development opportunities to grow organization and increase revenue.
- Manage procurement activities to secure resource acquisitions at best possible cost.
- Collaborate with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with OMMA (Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority) regulations.
- Communicate business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Raise investment capital and coordinate commercial banking efforts to ensure continued organizational growth.
Vice President of Franchise Development/Resales
Neighborly
07.2001 - 06.2020
- Promoted from Franchise Developer, Mr. Appliance, in 2005.
- Grew Resale Department from approximately 15 per year to 175 per year - limiting franchisee debt exposure to company, mitigating disclosed terminations in the Franchise Disclosure Document and preserving royalty stream.
- Franchise development for Mr. Rooter Plumbing and Glass Doctor.
- Consistently exceeded budgeted sales goals (revenue and unit goals) for both brands.
- Managed teams of up to 11 franchise developers.
- Sold over $8MM in Mr. Rooter Plumbing, Glass Doctor, and Mr. Appliance franchises.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN01-1990
Timeline
Chief Operating Officer
RedBird Bioscience
06.2020 - Current
Vice President of Franchise Development/Resales
Neighborly
07.2001 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Vanderbilt University
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