Todd Bennett

Seeking a Regional Director level role with a dynamic company where I can use my experience in project planning, sales management and team development to support the goals of the organization.

Logistic Manager/Hiring Manager at Ryder Logistics (2021-01 – Present)

Responsible for managing 22 DTS drivers supporting Toyota, Subaru, Alro steel, and Proximo accounts for Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Kentucky.

• Manage daily operations of all drivers including assignments, and payroll, and new postings.
• Negotiate with accounts for profitability and ensure all needs are met.
• Responsible for gaining new accounts as necessary.

Regional Director at REEF Kitchens (2019-01 – 2021-12)

Hired for a food-tech start-up specializing in ghost/virtual kitchens that serve multiple concepts through delivery platforms.

• Managed daily operations of multi-state restaurant operations with 12 different concepts to include: resource allocation, budgeting, process improvements, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Hired and trained teams that improved performance across several sites and brands.
• Supported the development of a successful marketing strategy and advertising initiatives to drive business development.

Director of Operations/Chief Operating Officer at RAYDAL HOSPITALITY (DBA Sabor Latin Street Grill) (2017-01 – 2019-12)

Recruited to oversee all operations and Human Resources of a portfolio of quick casual and full-service restaurants with high a growth rate, while developing the franchise part of the business.

• Responsible for successfully opening new corporate and franchise stores which doubled units for the company.
• Implemented a plan for existing units, while creating company-wide standards, resulting in a 33% increase in operating efficiency.
• Developed all manuals including Operations, the Employee Handbook, Food Safety Audit, etc.
• Doubled stores sales through a new catering program.
• Developed 2 District Managers and established the franchise team to support new franchisees.

Chief Operating Officer at BRH ENTERPRISE (DBA Sonic Drive-in) (2013-01 – 2017-12)

Recruited to the Sonic franchise to again serve the company and revitalize operations.

• Directed operations: P&L, sales, customer service, vendors, and recruitment and training.
• Focused on culture and accountability, adding individual incentives to the compensation plan.
• Increased profits by $444,000 in first year—and sustained 8% growth in 2015; 9% in 2016.
• Negotiated agreements with all vendors with fixed costs resulting in annual savings of 30%.
• Established goals with quantifiable metrics to manage expenses: food, paper, labor.
• Oversaw remodeling of 8 units (approx. $800,000) within 18 months.

Franchise Business Consultant/Director of Operations at BOJANGLES' (2011-01 – 2013-12)

Recruited by executive team to serve as franchise business leader.

• Identified sites for new units in Alabama, Florida and Georgia and oversaw construction
• Hired new managers (Directors, GMs and AGMs).
• Negotiated all food, paper, signage, and zoning contracts.

Director of Operations/Franchisee at BRH Enterprise (DBA Sonic Drive-in) (2001-01 – 2011-12)

Sought by franchisee to develop the Sonic franchise within NC (9-county area with 10 stores).

• Held full P&L responsibility for all operations.
• Served as member of the People and Training Committee of the Franchise Advisory Committee. Built the company; earned vested interest (to 30%), and later sold rights.
• Negotiated and established exclusive territory rights within 9-county data marketing area (DMA) for Sonic. Oversaw permitting, zoning and equipment purchasing.

Regional Director at TAR HEEL CAPITAL (Wendy's franchise) (1997-03 – 2001-10)

Managed 45 stores in NC and SC, representing $76 million in annual revenue.

• Spearheaded turnaround of 20 stores, resulting in nearly 100% gains in profits.
• Developed 3 District Managers and 2 General Managers who won annual awards.

Director of Training at TAR HEEL CAPITAL (Wendy's franchise) (1996-10 – 1997-03)

Oversaw training and development programs for Managers and 64 restaurants.

• Created new programs; taught classes; and certified all training stores.
• Assisted company's president in driving sales and profits in under-performing stores.

District Manager at TAR HEEL CAPITAL (Wendy's franchise) (1994-03 – 1996-10)

Managed and trained staff for 6 locations, including P&L and human resources.

• Exceeded company expectations for all KPI categories: profits, sales and employee retention which resulted in 3 consecutive awards for District Manager of the Year.

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – University of North Carolina at Charlotte (1992-01)