Versatile Operations Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with a significant background in coaching, leading, & developing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operationsthe
Mireles Party Ice
02.2024 - Current
Overseeing daily operations across multiple departments including logistics, production, purchasing, merchandising, maintenance & safety ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
Implementation of logistics and routing software web/app based to improve operational quality.
Created budgets and P&L statements to drive financial growth from 6 to 9 million while negotiating contracts with customers and vendors to drive top lines sales & reduce current expenses.
Overseeing daily production/ logistics activities in accordance with business objectives.
Conducting monthly performance reviews to assess team progress with each department, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
Hired 27 team members over the course of 3 months, bringing the current staff to 66 team members.
Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
Created and expanded business into the South Texas market.
Director of Operations
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
01.2016 - 01.2024
Managed a territory of $24m restaurants with 500+ employees across San Antonio, Austin, College Station, & Houston markets.
Oversaw daily operations across 6 locations, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
Established strong partnerships with vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders to improve collaboration and ensure alignment with business requirements.
Implemented new procedures to drive business and maintain a minimum of 50% flow thru.
Prioritized customer service in all stores to improve BBI scores YOY with an industry leading 90%+.
Initiated development of new and current MPs, MITS and management teams.
Analyzed financial P&L data to ensure accuracy & exceeding financial objectives.
Created positive cash flow to increase sales during COVID pandemic.
Internal audits for various restaurants to ensure food quality, service and company standards met.
Exercise Physiologist
Patriot Heart & Vascular
07.2015 - 12.2015
Co-created Patriot Performance dedicated to cardiopulmonary & VO2 max testing.
Implemented new software/hardware to streamline patient diagnostics
Gained 12 large accounts & 300+ new clients in less than 6 months by developing business relationships, presenting at conferences, and extensively networking throughout the region, leading to purchase of company by Christus Santa Rosa Health System.
Exercise Physiologist
Frontera
04.2014 - 06.2015
Regional account management for hospitals and clinics in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, & South Texas.
Conducted cardiopulmonary stress tests, pulmonary function tests, while interpreting 12-lead ECGs, metabolic, & pulmonary data.
Brought on new physicians and increased sales 21% YOY in the territory.
Exercise Physiologist
LifeTime Fitness
06.2009 - 01.2014
Ranked #1 in the region with average sales $10,000+ & production $20,000 per month.
Utilized and coached best practices sales techniques for my teams to maintain top performers for 2 years.
Teams increased revenue & production by 100%+ after 1 year.
Taught educational & scientific training principles for teams of 25 developing trainers per location.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Villanova University
06.2008 - 05.2009
Designed & customized sports specific programs for D1 men's/women's lacrosse.
Guided daily lacrosse warm-ups, stretching, and injury prevention for practices & games.
Learned new training methods based on size, space, & facility equipment availability.
Assisted in designing and updating the strength and conditioning facilities.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Texas A&M University
08.2007 - 05.2008
Facilitated group and individualized plans for 40 D1 baseball athletes.
Developed relations with coaching staff and trainers to understand their expectations.
Education
Masters of Science Kinesiology - Cardiovascular & Sports Physiology -
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
08.2008
Bachelors of Science Kinesiology - Motor Behavior -
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
08.2006
Skills
Competitive
Ownership Thinking
Intrinsically Motivated
Policy Development and Enforcement
Financial Management
Data Analysis
Business Management
Strategic Planning and Execution
Organizational Structuring
Employee Development
Operational Efficiency
Operations Oversight
Leadership Experience
Texas A&M Corps of Cadets: Company D-2 (Fall 2001 - Spring 2005)
MSC Hospitality (Fall 2002 - Spring 2006)
Texas A&M University Distinguished Student Award (Fall 2003 & Fall 2004)
General O.R. Simpson Corps Honor Society (Fall 2003 - Spring 2005)
SA Rodeo: New Frontier Club Committee Volunteer - Scholarship Fundraising (Fall 2012-Present)
Timeline
Director of Operationsthe
Mireles Party Ice
02.2024 - Current
Director of Operations
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
01.2016 - 01.2024
Exercise Physiologist
Patriot Heart & Vascular
07.2015 - 12.2015
Exercise Physiologist
Frontera
04.2014 - 06.2015
Exercise Physiologist
LifeTime Fitness
06.2009 - 01.2014
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Villanova University
06.2008 - 05.2009
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Texas A&M University
08.2007 - 05.2008
Masters of Science Kinesiology - Cardiovascular & Sports Physiology -
Texas A&M University
Bachelors of Science Kinesiology - Motor Behavior -