Vaughan Dugan

• Parent company for the development and management of multiple successful brand ventures.
• Led the creation and scaling of multiple successful brands across the hospitality, CPG, and e-commerce sectors.
• Conceptualized, launched, and scaled five distinct restaurant brands to a collective $25 million annual revenue.
• Pioneered an innovative casual dining restaurant brand, Kapow Noodle Bar, growing to three locations, averaging $7 million in revenue each.
• Developed brand identities, marketing strategies, and operational systems that established each concept as a standout in competitive markets.
• Created Pizza Fusion, an industry trendsetter in sustainable operations, scaling to 50 units across 13 states, and 3 countries.
• Designed additional fast-casual concepts, including El Segundo, Penelope, and Shaker & Pie.
• Successfully exited all restaurant ventures in September 2024.
  

Brand Websites:

https://www.duganholdings.com
https://www.kapownoodlebar.com/
https://www.elsegundowpb.com/
https://penelopeofboca.com/

• Hospitality-focused private equity firm
• Identify and evaluate potential client opportunities in the hospitality sector
• Leverage extensive network to connect promising hospitality ventures with growth capital
• https://inkindcapital.com/

• 501(c)(3) non-profit organization
• Founded organization providing essential resources to under-resourced students and teachers
• Developed partnerships with schools and community programs in disadvantaged communities
• Created fundraising strategies and community engagement initiatives
• Established organizational structure, mission, and impact measurement methodology

• Craft manufacturer of premium cocktail ingredients
• Developed premium brand of cocktail bitters, tonic syrups, and garnishes from concept to $1M+ annual revenue
• Drove B2B sales strategy focused on high-end restaurants and hotels, securing partnerships with major spirit brands including Dewar's and Bacardi
• Created comprehensive brand identity, packaging design, and marketing strategy
• Managed all aspects of manufacturing, supply chain, and fulfillment
• Successfully exited in 2024