R I C H A R D F E R T I G R E S U M E

RICHARD FERTIG

https://www.rafertig.com

Fairfield, CT 06824

Phone 203-***-****

ac1t23@r.postjobfree.com

C O R P O R A T E S T R A T E G I C P L A N N I N G * C O M P E T I T I V E I N T E L L I G E N C E *FI N A N C E Astute business strategist and innovation specialist with 25+ years of quantifiable results in melding lean manufacturing, Just-In-Time (JIT) production technology to command profitability and unparalleled customer service. Adept in implementing margin enhancements through price improvements, digital channel applications and savvy supply chain optimization. Pivotal resource as a manager with respected skills in developing relationships through coaching and rewarding career paths, and customizing training to match innate behavior of individuals. Broad expertise in all functional areas of business with deep expertise in nutrition and the food industry. Core Competencies

Strategic Planning Competitive Intelligence Change Management Business Leadership & Development Supply Chain Management Sales & Operations Management IT Systems Contract Negotiation Budgeting Cost Control & Forecast Administrative & Process Organization Financial Planning Control & Reporting Recruiting & Training Process & Technology Transformation P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Bruckner’s Good to Go, LLC Greenwich, CT May/2000 – Present Director of Innovation and Business Development

CEO/Managing Member/Operations Specialist

Formulated business model and plan for presentation in a successful capital raise. Oversight of build out for flagship operation. Implemented model enhancements, while renegotiating additional power position in supply chain and with all stakeholder relationships. Furthered company’s leverage ability for continued growth. Key Achievements:

Defined and activated vision for an all-natural Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) from concept to production

Grew company to profitable returns with a flagship store location serving premier corporations and a consummate business solution powered by proprietary technology

Structured predictable supply chain costs by negotiating long-view high volume discounts, equipment sponsorships and low interest financing options

Transformed the ordering infrastructure to a demand-pull model, capitalizing on lean manufacturing and Just- In-Time (JIT) production principles producing higher quality menu items at lower costs and increasing perceived value for the customers

Implemented online direct ordering system customizable to fit variable accounting and billing structures of corporate clients while offering control and transparency on spending and employee activity

Built and led a high-performance team with training in marketing, business development and cross-functional coverage, saving on direct marketing and labor costs

Blocked aggressive competition from major brands in the local vicinity through competitive pricing structures and differentiation for fast, fresh, organic food

Avoided use of intermediary (3rd) parties with in-house IT capabilities

Gained efficiencies from minimizing idle inventory

Set branding philosophy based on being a socially responsible company for the community

Drew attention of potential venture capitalists and buyers to advance company with additional store fronts and a commissary hub aimed at creating economies of scale through optimized purchasing and production processes

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Organic Gourmet, Inc. Wilton, CT 1987 –1999

CEO/Managing Member/Operations Specialist

Formulated business model and plan for presentation in a successful capital raise. Oversight of build out for flagship operation. Implemented model enhancements, while renegotiating additional power position in supply chain and with all stakeholder relationships. Furthered company’s leverage ability for continued growth. Key Achievements:

Defined and activated vision for convenience style natural foods/vitamin shop franchise model

Opened two locations and commissary from concept to production

Developed model for commissary manufacturing to deliver freshly prepared meals to local corporate accounts and to individual store locations

Developed streamline organization and ordering process for multiple location outlet E D U C A T I O N

MBA Finance & Corporate Innovation

Post University, Waterbury, CT

Graduated magna cum laude, 2010

BS Business Administration

Post University, Waterbury, CT

Graduated summa cum laude, 2009

Alpha Chi Honors Society

Dean’s List throughout

P R I O R E D U C A T I O N

Certified Project Management/Lean Six Sigma

Major, Supply Chain Operations Management, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Nutritional Sciences, University of CT, Stamford (Graduate Work) C O M P U T E R

MS Office

QuickBooks, Peachtree Accounting

CRM Software and applications, SAP Software, Cognos L A N G U A G E

English

Spanish

A F F I L I A T I O N S

National Restaurant Association

Small Business Association

Consultant Gerson Lehrman Group

Member FENG-Financial Executives Network Group

H O N O R S

Alpha Chi Honors Society

Bruckner's Good To Go selected for the 2008-16 Best of Greenwich Award in the Restaurants category V O L U N T E E R

Speaking engagements

Local business boards – Chamber of Commerce, Rotary

Local schools boards – B of Ed Fairfield Schools (non elected interaction) RAF

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