Tony Young

About Tony Young

Dynamic, results–driven professional with broad-based education and extensive experience in the hospitality industry and commercial real estate markets. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to work under pressure in fast-paced, time sensitive environments. Experienced in analyzing, streamlining and managing projects to increase productivity, quality and efficiency. Catalyst for change and transformation. Proven ability to manage projects from genesis through execution. Achieved reputation as a knowledgeable resource and trusted confidant. Strong interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with individuals on all levels.Specialties: Strategic & Tactical Planning, Financial Analysis & Modeling Project Management, Capital Budgeting & Cost Containment, Business Process Re-engineering, Team Building & Leadership, Compensation & Benefits Management, Commercial Sales & Leasing, Information Technology

Experience

1. Owner

   Red Herring Concepts

   Jul 2009 — Present

   Founded management company specializing in the creation, ownership, operation and management of local and regional hospitality concepts. Analyzes community demographics to identify opportunity gaps within the local food and beverage industry. Identify commercial developments, negotiate project scope, timeline and cost-shares. Constructs financial plans, consisting of private equity investment, traditional bank financing and developer participation. Develops operational plans including all back office systems and procedures including accounting methods, inventory control, employee selection and retention, and marketing initiatives. Analyzes customer counts, sales and menu item trends, labor pro formas and cost of sales to reengineer overall menu, incorporate special events and develop local business relationships.

Education

• Union Adventist University

  BA, Communications - Marketing

  1987 — 1990

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  MBA, Management

  1995 — 1997

• Union Adventist University

  AS, Business Administration

  1987 — 1990

• Union Adventist University

  BS, Institutional Development

  1987 — 1990

Skills

• Event Planning
• Crm
• Real Estate
• Budgets
• Negotiation
• Organizational Development
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Strategic Planning
• Retail
• Management
• Team Building
• Management Consulting
• Account Management
• Sales
• Program Management
• Strategy
• Marketing
• Project Management
• Marketing Strategy
• Business Process Re-Engineering
• Property Management
• Recruiting
• Training
• New Business Development