Shawn Darragh
Business Development | Entrepreneurial Strategist | Scaling Multi-Million-Dollar Operations
- Role
- Co-owner at Banshee Restaurant
- Location
- Philadelphia, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Shawn Darragh
As a seasoned business owner, development, and entrepreneurial strategist, I specialize in turning ideas into high-performing, scalable businesses. With over 10 years of experience in launching and optimizing multi-million-dollar restaurant ventures, I combine operational expertise with a deep understanding of brand development and sustainable growth strategies.I’ve successfully conceptualized, built, and scaled five high-revenue businesses, including multiple restaurant concepts. My approach integrates end-to-end business lifecycle management—from site selection, design, and construction to operations, staffing, and P&L oversight. By focusing on operational efficiency and strategic partnerships, I have consistently driven profitability while focusing on quality and customer satisfaction.Key Highlights- Led the launch of 5 businesses, including restaurants, generating $8M+ in annual sales- Managed $2.5M+ in commercial construction projects, overseeing everything from site selection tocontractor management- Developed scalable operational systems supporting 125+ employees and a $3.5M annual payroll- Achieved significant brand growth and visibility through strategic marketing and partnershipdevelopment- Skilled in P&L management, budget oversight, financial planning, and risk management.I am passionate about the intersection of operational excellence and creative business strategies. Whether building a new business from the ground up or scaling an existing one, I thrive on developing solutions that drive profitability and foster sustainable growth.
Experience
Co-owner
Dec 2025 — Present · Philadelphia, PA, US
Education
Cheltenham High School
Diploma
1998 — 2001
Temple University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Tourism and Hospitality
Skills
- Fundraising
- Marketing Strategy
- Social Media
- Budgets
- Microsoft Office
- Sales
- Online Advertising
- Event Management
- Account Management
- Marketing
- Event Planning
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Promotions
- Media Relations
- Advertising
- Sponsorship
- Marketing/Media Buying
- Powerpoint
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