Billy Farrell

Senior operations executive with 35+ years of leadership experience across multi-unit food service, facilities management, franchise operations, and remote-site environments. Proven ability to scale operations, lead large teams, drive profitability, and execute complex remodels and new-site openings. Experienced EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Operator and Integrator, aligning vision with execution, establishing accountability, and driving traction across organizations.

Culture champion known for decisive leadership, operational discipline, and strong stakeholder relationships.

Global Vice President of Operations at Waterslake Capital (2024-04 – Present)

• Executive oversight for 3 Urban Air Adventure Parks in Atlanta, GA, including new park opening and full park remodel.
• Operational leadership for 9 Scooter's Coffee franchise locations across Georgia, North Texas, and Indiana.
• Implemented EOS across 9 Scooter's Coffee locations to align vision, accountability, and execution.
• Established EOS scorecards, quarterly Rocks, and Level 10 meeting cadence across Texas, Indiana, and Georgia, resulting in improved labor control, execution consistency, leadership accountability, and a strengthened performance-driven culture.
• Drive operational standards, labor optimization, and financial performance across multi-state assets.
• Partner with ownership on growth strategy, capital projects, and scalability.

Director of Operations at Waterslake CFE (2022-01 – Present)

• Direct development and daily operations for all Waterslake CFE Scooter's Coffee franchise locations.
• Establish operating procedures, staffing models, and performance metrics.
• Support store openings, leadership development, and operational excellence initiatives.

Field Operations Manager at Art Catering, Inc. (2013 – 2021)

• Oversaw operations for 10 drillships and 8 production platforms in remote offshore environments.
• Managed large operating budgets, staffing decisions, and onboard training programs.
• Conducted safety audits across remote sites and vendor facilities.
• Worked directly with client leadership teams offshore and onshore.
• Championed safety culture and compliance with strict client requirements.

Vice President of Special Projects at Taylor's International Services (2012 – 2012)

• Led the opening of 11 remote-site facilities across Texas.
• Recruited, hired, and trained full operational teams.
• Built infrastructure, systems, and strong client relationships.

Senior Operations Manager / Operations Manager at Sodexo Remote Sites (2002 – 2012)

• Progressively promoted through leadership roles with increasing responsibility.
• Managed operations and finance for remote catering and facilities management sites.
• Supervised multiple locations with combined annual sales exceeding $11M.
• Directed staffing, payroll, inventory, logistics, and menu planning.

Owner / Executive Chef at Billy Farrell's Restaurant (1984 – 2002)

• Founded and grew a restaurant from $70K to nearly $2M in annual revenue.
• Led all aspects of operations including finance, staffing, menu development, and customer experience.
• Successfully scaled the business over a 14-year period.

– Loyola University

– Delgado Community College

– Southeastern University

– St. Paul's High School