Experience

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  Freelance

  • Facilities/Project Expert

    • Jan 2020 - Present

    Retired Facilities Expert for short-term projects as needed by both Contractors and Restaurant/Retail Companies. Commonly asked to do Inspections/Audits, Takeoffs, Bidding Notes, Photos, etc.Have contacts for contractors countrywide, and I am willing to travel to assist. Currently, in 2023, I am doing a number of Webinars and Presentations for RFMA, assisting newer Facilities Managers in achieving a running start in he indrusrty.

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  dat.now, llc.

  • Norwood, Ma

  • Principal

    • Feb 2018 - Dec 2020
    • Norwood, Ma

    Facilities management and remodel consulting. Systems development, audits/inspections, training, project management, temporary staff replacement, plan review, and general assistance in building a better facilities support team.

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  Ron and Don Show

  • Educator

    • Apr 2018 - Jun 2020

    The Ron and Don Show is meant to be an in-depth resources for the next generation of Facility Managers. Our 70+ years combined of general contractor knowledge and Don’s facility manager expertise we can provide value to rookie and seasoned facilities managers alike. The Ron and Don Show addresses a wide array of topics; from the basics of becoming a successful FM to managing a complex brand rollout, and everything in between. Insightful details, tricks-of-the-trade, and practical stories will inspire and equip you to become a leading force in your organization. See more at www.ronanddonshow.com.

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  Darden Restaurants

  • nationwide

  • Facilities

    • Nov 2007 - Dec 2017
    • nationwide

    Multi unit facilities management for restaurant . Previously worked in casual dining concept (Longhorn), currently responsible for all The Capital Grille, Eddie V's and Wildfish restaurants nationwide, constituting all the fine dining brands/locations for Darden.

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  RARE Hospitality

  • Facilities

    • 2005 - 2007

    Multi unit restaurant Facilites Management and remodels of casual as well as fine dining concepts.

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  Uno Chicago Grill

  • Director Facilities

    • Jun 1999 - Nov 2005

    Developed the Facilites Department, trained staff to manage facilities and run remodels in multi unit casual dining concept.

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  Houlihan's Restaurants, Inc.

  • Director Facilities

    • Mar 1993 - Jun 1999

    Developed the Facilites Department, hired and trained staff to manage facilities issues, budget, and remodel mulit concept restaurants, casual and fine dining.

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  General Mills Restaruants (Darden)

  • Facilities Manager

    • Sep 1984 - Mar 1993

    Facilities Management in multi concept casual dining restaurant across the southwest. including, Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Good Earth, York Steakhouse, and China Coast.

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  International Dairy Queen

  • Minneapolis, MN

  • Director Alaska/Hawaii Operations

    • Jul 1975 - Aug 1984
    • Minneapolis, MN

    Worked in all aspects of opertrions and support. Started opening new restaurants and training. Moved on to be Director of Equipment Support Services in the Equipment Department. Director of Insurance Services selling and assisting franchiees with risk management. Expanded operations in Alaska and Hawaii developing new franchiees and restaurants, and successful operations.

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  Riverside Press

  • Hudson, WI

  • Owner & Operator

    • Apr 1970 - Sep 1974
    • Hudson, WI

    Opened and operated a letterpress, offset, and diecutting printshop.