Carey Lee

Versatile senior leader with over 25 years of experience across hospitality, corporate finance, and business ownership. Combines a Rotman MBA in Finance with hands-on culinary training to lead high-volume operations, HR, and financial strategy. Proven track record managing 50+ room hotels, multi-resort properties, and successful restaurant ventures, including outsourced executive leadership engagements that delivered measurable revenue growth.

President at Hospitality Plus Inc. (2019-01 – Present)

Operate as an outsourced President, delivering HR, general management, and full-service F&B leadership for client properties.

• Built menus and hired, trained, and led a team of 180+ staff.
• Developed policies and procedures for F&B, reservations, and accounting teams.
• Increased Average Daily Rate (ADR) by an average of 10% year over year.
• Grew restaurant gross revenue by 35%.
• Identified and built new revenue streams, generating $300,000 in incremental revenue in a single year.

President at Proforma Financial Solutions (2000-01 – Present)

Manage corporate finance and M&A activities for a diverse portfolio.

• Oversee financial reporting and long-term strategic planning.

Interim General Manager at Independent Hotel Contract (2024-10 – 2026-04)

Oversaw daily operations for a 58-room hotel and conference center under a contracted interim leadership engagement.

• Led key departments including HR, Food & Beverage, Accounting, and Sales.
• Managed payroll and ensured high levels of customer satisfaction.

HR Manager / F&B Manager at Independent World Class Resort Contract (2022-01 – 2024-12)

Managed HR and Food & Beverage operations across three resort properties under a contracted leadership engagement.

• Focused on staff development, service standards, and operational efficiency.

Owner at Riverside Fish & Chips (2018-08 – 2022-10)

Managed all aspects of a high-volume seasonal restaurant, including staffing, supply chain, and daily operations.

Owner at Braxtons on Talbot (2006-07 – 2019-10)

Operated a high-volume fine dining restaurant, focusing on culinary excellence and guest experience.

President (GM/CFO) at St Thomas Hotel and Bar (2006-01 – 2009-09)

Served as General Manager and Chief Financial Officer, overseeing hotel operations and financial health.

Owner at GTA Financial (2003-09 – 2005-12)

Specialized in sub-prime vehicle financing and portfolio management.

Assistant General Manager / Business Development at Addison on Bay (1998-07 – 2003-08)

Managed F&I (Finance & Insurance) and business development initiatives.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting and Finance – University of Toronto – Rotman School of Management (2001-01 – 2003-12)

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management – University of Toronto (1997-01 – 2001-12)

Diploma in Culinary Arts / Chef Training – Fanshawe College (2006-01 – 2008-12)