Wade Cooper

Vice President of Architecture and Design @Arby's

Atlanta, GA, US
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+91 *********19

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WORK HISTORY

Jan 2005 — Present

Vice President of Architecture and Design @Arby's

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Promote design excellence on all building, store planning and merchandising initiatives. Develop new initiatives to ignite growth in strategic markets. Liaise with Department heads, Region leaders and Franchisees. Maintain high-performance standards for all design projects and contribute to the attainment of the overall vision, goals and objectives of the company.

EDUCATION

1983 — 1989

The University of Texas at Austin

BS, Interior Design

SKILLS

Facilities ManagementReal Estate DevelopmentProgram ManagementProcess SchedulerHospitalitySketchingFf&EConstructionVisual MerchandisingRestaurantsSpace-PlanningConstruction ManagementRevitNegotiationArchitectural DesignProject PlanningFurnitureRetailConcept DesignSubmittalsFood ServiceSpexxStrategyCadBudgetsBusiness DevelopmentRenovationRenderingMerchandisingAutocad ArchitectureRetail DesignCross-Functional Team LeadershipDesign ResearchLeadershipManagementPhotoshopInterior DesignConstruction DrawingsValue EngineeringFranchising

ABOUT WADE COOPER

VP-STORE PLANNING/ BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVECross Functional Management/ Branding & Image/Vendor Relations/Process Improvement Standards/Interior Design/Architecture/Strategic Sourcing/Multi-Sites/New ConceptsA strategic thinker and expert in creating and translating brand vision to the built and graphic environment. Result and process driven while constantly seeking efficiencies through innovation. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, direct reports, consultants, contractors, national vendors, and franchise partners. Successfully led the development, launch and construction of multiple new image initiatives and related remodel programs.Specialties: Value engineering remodels/construction to reduce investment and increase positive comp sales Building relations with internal departments/franchisee to ensure on-time completion/drive deals Developing standards and streamlining processes to improve efficiency and cut costs Program and project leadership with cost management and analysis Won multiple awards for business development, support, innovation and various projects

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