Manager Food Service

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MIKE HALLES

*** **** ***** ***** ********, Tennessee 37854 630-***-**** ********@*****.*** OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVE AND BUSINESS TRAILBLAZER Strategic Change Management / Organizational Restructuring / International Sourcing & Sales Versatile, high-energy executive recognized for envisioning smart solutions and executing with urgency across all areas of the organization. Hands-on leader with sharp focus on bottom line. Proven success identifying new sales channels/markets. Chosen multiple times to steer both start-up and turnaround ventures. Designed and launched unique products recognized for disrupting the market and leading to changes in the Food Services industry. Organizational Development Logistics Management International Business Development ROI Models Product Development Market Forecasting Strategic Planning & Growth Relationship Management Process Reengineering P&L Accountability Leadership & Team Building Acquisitions Negotiations

CAREER EXPERIENCE AND CONTRIBUTIONS

G.E.T. ENTERPRISES, HOUSTON, TX 2015 – Present

SVP – Sourcing Supply & Development Executive Product Development Manager Recruited by leading manufacturer of alternative tabletop solutions to facilitate merger and integration of Mikon, with G.E.T. Facilitate product training for entire company, forge collaborative relationships with chief alliances, and exercise keen business acumen in brand management, new product positioning, and new market penetration. Control $27M budget and oversee team composed of one Senior Supply Manager and three Buyers.

Delivered $6M in incremental revenue in just two years by developing more than 350 new products and stimulating brand loyalty.

Improved service levels 3% and reduced inventory $1M by implementing a formalized MRP system.

Transitioned company into global leadership position by architecting high-performance cross- functional teams.

CAREER MILESTONES

Successfully sold G.E.T. to a new private equity firm at a healthy multiple of EBITA.

Grew Culinaire from $0 to $1M+ and sold company to G.E.T. with equity and operating profitability.

Propelled G.E.T. from $60M to $240M organization in just three years by re-engineering core business processes, introducing new product offerings, and leading the Winco acquisition as SVP, Sourcing, Supply, & Development.

Decreased global manufacturing costs $5M in 24 months by implementing MRP systems and inventory control models as SVP, Sourcing, Supply, & Development with G.E.T. Inc.

Implemented cutting-edge sourcing strategy key to increasing OTD to 98% and reducing inventory $2M as SVP, Sourcing, Supply, & Development with G.E.T. Inc.

Integrated two acquired organizations within one year and brokered an international distribution agreement with German-based FRILICH, tripling G.E.T. size during tenure as Executive Product Development Manager with G.E.T.

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Cut costs and mitigated risk by developing strategic plan to bring manufacturing to North America.

Positioned company for acquisition by G.E.T. as contributor tasked with directing due diligence, structuring transaction, and negotiating terms with Germany-based organization. Mikon International Inc. (DBA Culinaire), Yorkville, IL 2002 – 2015 Owner/CEO

Driving force and founder of International Restaurant Supply Wholesaler tapped to orchestrate every phase of start-up venture for core business processes including long-range strategic planning, market penetration, annual sales forecasting, accounting/finance functions, staff recruitment/training, and contract negotiations.

Built solid and lucrative relations with high-profile clients including Norwegian Cruise Lines, Disney, Hard Rock Café, Winn Casinos, and Marriott, and Hilton Hotels. Managed 3 direct reports, Director of Sales & Marketing, Operations Manager, and Administrator.

Launched Culinaire brand in the food service equipment supply industry with 400 line products.

Interacted with professionals in food service industry, identified need for innovation, and designed unique, elegant custom banquet and tabletop display products creating market disrupting value. EARLIER CAREER EXPERIENCE: Edward Don & Company – General Manager, IMCO; International Operations Manager; Product & Export Sales Manager EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Operations Management, Minor in Philosophy Lewis University, College of Business – Romeoville, IL CPIM Certification – APICS

AWARDS

Design of the Year – Foodservice Equipment Reports – 2004 Designed product featured in The Culinary Institute of America’s book, “Modern Buffet Presentation”

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