J. Bryon Stephens
Logansport
Summary
Driven and innovative individual with natural aptitude for leadership, collaboration, and driving Results. Possesses strong strategic planning and business development skills, with deep understanding of market analysis and financial forecasting. Capable of driving significant growth and fostering culture of innovation and teamwork both internally and externally within a Franchise environment. Offering unique blend of creativity and analytical thinking, well-suited for dynamic and entrepreneurial environments, as well as the challenging and disruptive environments found in business today. Contributes solid foundation in strategic planning and market analysis, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt quickly. Ready to use and develop these skills in a President or CEO role.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Co Founder Chairman
Pivotal Growth Partners
01.2019 - Current
- Evaluated market trends to identify emerging opportunities and inform strategic & financial decision making.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Secured lucrative partnerships by establishing strong relationships with key industry players.
- Developed marketing materials and campaigns to boost brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Grew Jeremiah's Italian Ice from 20 locations to 185 locations in 60 months.
President & COO
Marco's Pizza
04.2004 - 12.2018
- Hired and Developed the Executive team to maximize productivity & the growth of the brand taking it from the 26th to the 5th largest pizza brand in the U.S. While focusing staff on the Culture of "Results Matter".
- Increased customer and Franchisee satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
- Managed crisis and economic situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations and long term results.
- Drove company performance by executing strategic plans, developing & empowering team members and overseeing daily operations.
VP of Franchise Sales & Development
A&W, Yorkshire Global, YUM Brands
06.1992 - 03.2004
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success. Leading A&W growth from 500 stores to over 1000 stores.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in system wide growth of units and sales.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams that contributed to the success of the company.
- Reported directly to the CEO and collaborated with other senior management to develop strategic initiatives and execute against long term goals.
Education
Indiana University, Kokomo
Kokomo, INSkills
- Business & Team Development
- Strategic Partnerships
- Strategic Visioning
- Customer Relations
- Results Focused
- Certified Culture Leadership
Accomplishments
Grew Marco's Pizza from 100 stores to over 900 stores. Grew sales from $60MM to over $700MM. Increased the Valuation of the company from $10MM to $500MM.
Pioneered cobranding while at A&W Restaurants placing A&W as a strategic brand partner with KFC which led to more than 1000 cobranded locations and the Tricon acquisition of Yorkshire Global (A&W / Long John Silvers).
Have been involved as a senior team member of multiple M&A transactions.
Additional Information
Was Featured on an Episode of The UnderCover Boss while serving as the President & COO of Marco's Pizza.
Timeline
Co Founder Chairman
Pivotal Growth Partners
01.2019 - Current
President & COO
Marco's Pizza
04.2004 - 12.2018
VP of Franchise Sales & Development
A&W, Yorkshire Global, YUM Brands
06.1992 - 03.2004
Indiana University, Kokomo
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