Marion Edwards
VP Concept and Ideation Development at Webb Foodservice Design- Claim this Profile
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Rebecca Gibson
Marion is a powerhouse business woman with incredible marketing savvy. She approaches every project with an analytical mind and a big heart. When Marion decides she wants to do something, she will make it happen. As a client, Marion was one of my absolute favorite to work with in almost 10 years in the advertising agency world. I looked forward to our calls and chances to collaborate, and learned so much from her in the process.
John-Mark Warkentin
Marion and I teamed up on several restaurant concepts to deliver visual brand storytelling. Her ability to unite disparate teams and stakeholders around a compelling and relevant brand narrative, grounded in strategic insight, is phenomenal. She has an expert grasp on restaurant & food retail and delivers customer-first solutions. Marion straddles the strategic and creative worlds with ease, making her such an accomplished leader and team player. I can't wait for more collabs!
Rebecca Gibson
Marion is a powerhouse business woman with incredible marketing savvy. She approaches every project with an analytical mind and a big heart. When Marion decides she wants to do something, she will make it happen. As a client, Marion was one of my absolute favorite to work with in almost 10 years in the advertising agency world. I looked forward to our calls and chances to collaborate, and learned so much from her in the process.
John-Mark Warkentin
Marion and I teamed up on several restaurant concepts to deliver visual brand storytelling. Her ability to unite disparate teams and stakeholders around a compelling and relevant brand narrative, grounded in strategic insight, is phenomenal. She has an expert grasp on restaurant & food retail and delivers customer-first solutions. Marion straddles the strategic and creative worlds with ease, making her such an accomplished leader and team player. I can't wait for more collabs!
Rebecca Gibson
Marion is a powerhouse business woman with incredible marketing savvy. She approaches every project with an analytical mind and a big heart. When Marion decides she wants to do something, she will make it happen. As a client, Marion was one of my absolute favorite to work with in almost 10 years in the advertising agency world. I looked forward to our calls and chances to collaborate, and learned so much from her in the process.
John-Mark Warkentin
Marion and I teamed up on several restaurant concepts to deliver visual brand storytelling. Her ability to unite disparate teams and stakeholders around a compelling and relevant brand narrative, grounded in strategic insight, is phenomenal. She has an expert grasp on restaurant & food retail and delivers customer-first solutions. Marion straddles the strategic and creative worlds with ease, making her such an accomplished leader and team player. I can't wait for more collabs!
Rebecca Gibson
Marion is a powerhouse business woman with incredible marketing savvy. She approaches every project with an analytical mind and a big heart. When Marion decides she wants to do something, she will make it happen. As a client, Marion was one of my absolute favorite to work with in almost 10 years in the advertising agency world. I looked forward to our calls and chances to collaborate, and learned so much from her in the process.
John-Mark Warkentin
Marion and I teamed up on several restaurant concepts to deliver visual brand storytelling. Her ability to unite disparate teams and stakeholders around a compelling and relevant brand narrative, grounded in strategic insight, is phenomenal. She has an expert grasp on restaurant & food retail and delivers customer-first solutions. Marion straddles the strategic and creative worlds with ease, making her such an accomplished leader and team player. I can't wait for more collabs!
Experience
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Webb Foodservice Design
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United States
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Architecture and Planning
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP Concept and Ideation Development
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Feb 2015 - Present
Ideation and concept development, trend translation and design direction, visual presentation through platform, menu and product story development for restaurants, convenience stores, catering, higher education, corporate dining and hospitality environment projects. Ideation and concept development, trend translation and design direction, visual presentation through platform, menu and product story development for restaurants, convenience stores, catering, higher education, corporate dining and hospitality environment projects.
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Principal, Creative
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Nov 2009 - Present
Story Development, Product and Platform Design, Visual Merchandising and Strategic Plan for resorts, food retail, entertainment, hotel, themed restaurants, higher ed, specialty markets and go-to-market strategies/launches. Strategic Partner: Webb Foodservice Design | Merchandisefood! | Cloud9 Fresh | FC Food Group dba Julia's table Story Development, Product and Platform Design, Visual Merchandising and Strategic Plan for resorts, food retail, entertainment, hotel, themed restaurants, higher ed, specialty markets and go-to-market strategies/launches. Strategic Partner: Webb Foodservice Design | Merchandisefood! | Cloud9 Fresh | FC Food Group dba Julia's table
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Great Wolf Resorts, Inc.
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Corporate Director, Food and Beverage Experience and Concept Development
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Jan 2007 - Oct 2009
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Starbucks
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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global senior manager, Food Visual Presentation
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2005 - 2007
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The Walt Disney Company
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Manager, Food Concept and Product Development
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Sep 1996 - Mar 2005
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Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Food and Beverage
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1995 - 1996
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San Diego State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Department Chair, Special Events
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1994 - 1995
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Principal, General Manager
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1985 - 1994
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