Christopher Gumprecht

About Christopher Gumprecht

Hi there - I\'m Christopher, a tech savvy restaurant leader with a passion for unlocking technology innovation in the hospitality industry. 🧑‍ As a professional: During my 20+ years of experience in food and beverage, I\'ve held roles in Restaurant Operations, Learning and Development, Marketing, Information Technology, Software Development, and Sales. I understand the importance of balancing data-driven decisions with creative pursuits. Skilled at sales and operations enablement, digital transformation, data democratization, product development, user experience, brand strategy, customer behavior, developing future leaders, and system integrations. Outside of my 9-5, I like to spend my time giving back through mentorship at the high school and college level, helping entrepreneurs achieve their goals, and checking out the best new restaurants in Chicago. Who am I? • A natural leader• Driven & ambitious • I get things done • Travel enthusiast• Dog lover• Heavy consumer of Ice Tea

Experience

1. Vice President, Information Technology

   Craveworthy Brands

   Jan 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   Driving digital transformation and innovation across 17 restaurant brands with over 200+ locations nationwide.Spearheading campaigns that merge creativity and technology to amplify brand reach, deepen customer loyalty, and fuel business growth.Architecting tech solutions that don’t just support operations but elevate them—leveraging data-driven insights to optimize efficiency and enhance the guest experience.Leading the charge on loyalty programs, mobile apps, and digital platforms that connect with today’s guests where they are.Partnering with stakeholders to align bold marketing strategies and smart tech implementations with overarching business goals.Building a culture of continuous improvement—pioneering fresh ideas and fostering collaboration to push boundaries in the fast-paced restaurant industry.

Skills

• Food & Beverage
• Pos
• Wine
• Food
• Restaurants