Fred Glick
Chair, California Restaurant Association & California Restaurant Foundation | VP of Brewpubs, Karl Strauss | Hospitality Culture Builder | Strategic Operator
- Role
- Brewpub Chieftain at Karl Strauss Brewing Company
- Location
- Oceanside, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Fred Glick
Hospitality Executive | VP Brewpubs @ Karl Strauss | CRA State Vice Chair | Team Builder | Brand-Driven OperatorI\'m Fred Glick — a hospitality lifer, brewpub evangelist, and believer in people-powered growth. As Brewpub Chieftain at Karl Strauss and Chair of the California Restaurant Association, I lead with purpose, humor, and a relentless focus on culture, performance, and guest experience. Whether launching loyalty platforms, refining tip pool systems, or driving expansion, I make sure every decision honors the brand and the people behind it. Key Achievements:• Orchestrated the growth of a single potential location to a 25-store,$70M empire, realizing transformative ROI and consistent same-store sales growth.• Championed strategic integrations, from Danny Meyer\'s hospitality standards to cutting-edge tools like 7 shifts and Bevager.• Pioneered partnerships with industry giants like DoorDash, Beyond Burger, Yelp, and more, underscoring a commitment to staying ahead of the curve. Strategic Visionary: Recognized for crafting comprehensive business strategies that anchor long-term goals, whether reimagining core ideologies or integrating tech accelerators like Olo and Toast kiosks.🤝 Community & Team Builder: A staunch advocate for community engagement and team motivation, I’ve orchestrated flagship charitable initiatives and fostered high-performance cultures across boards. Continuous Learner: Ever curious, I immerse myself in researching emerging industry trends, ensuring businesses under my stewardship remain both relevant and competitive. Growth Catalyst: My operational footprint is marked by exponential growth, seamless launches, and operational excellence. From spearheading Phil\'s BBQ\'s presence in San Diego to scaling Hootwinc, LLC\'s operations, my focus remains on innovation, profitability, and brand resonance.Keen to connect with fellow leaders, visionaries, and industry enthusiasts. Let’s exchange insights and pioneer the future of hospitality!
Experience
Brewpub Chieftain
Dec 2023 — Present · San Diego, US
Education
Lehigh University College of Business
BS, Business Administration
1982 — 1986
Lehigh University
BS, Business Administration
1982 — 1986
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Sales
- Multi-Unit
- Menu Costing
- Training
- Customer Satisfaction
- Marketing Strategy
- Wine
- Marketing
- Event Planning
- Public Relations
- Hospitality
- Branding & Identity
- Recipes
- Management
- Team Building
- Hospitality Industry
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership
- Food Safety
- Hospitality Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Fine Dining
- Innovation
- Operations Management
- Budgets
- Food
- Profit Maximization
- Banquets
- Franchising
- Menu Development
- Sanitation
- Profit
- Public Speaking
- P&L Management
- Franchise Consulting
- Food & Beverage
- Customer Service
- Hotels
- Hiring
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