Case Studies
See how Leap Brands has delivered the right talent to its clients in a variety of industries
CFO for Start-Up Quick Service Restaurant Brand
Chief Executive Officer in the QSR industry.
Our client was working on the start up of a new quick service restaurant brand and was looking to build the perfect executive leadership team. The company was looking for a seasoned executive to build a new brand from the ground up. The ultimate goal was to have a strong leader who could lead significant progress of a startup.
QSR
Start Up Brand
Texas
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COO for Coffee Concept
Chief Operations Officer in the Coffee Concept industry.
Our client was interested in hiring someone who had a complete understanding of a corporate backbone. The company needed to enhance their business systems, processes and infrastructure, while maintaining the existing company culture. Leap has had previous success in working with this client and was hired to help them find the perfect addition to their senior leadership team.
Coffee Concept
$30 million+
Texas & California
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CFO for Full-Service Restaurant
Chief Financial Officer in the Full-Service Restaurant industry.
Our client ultimately needed to improve bottom line profitability. With a growing reliance on technology, they needed someone to help them implement automation, business intelligence, and COGS restructuring. The candidate was required to have knowledge of advancing technology in the financial sector. The Leap team was hired to find the best individual for the job.
Full-Service Restaurant
$200 Million +
National
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CMO for Full-Service Restaurant
Chief Marketing Officer in the Full-Service Restaurant industry.
The client, a full-service restaurant, sought to revamp its marketing strategy to increase guest count frequency, attract new customers, and boost top-line sales. They specifically required expertise in profitability enhancement through retargeting. Leap was tasked with finding a qualified Chief Marketing Officer familiar with the industry and capable of driving these goals.
Full-Service Restaurant
$200 Million +
National
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Market Coach for Private Equity Backed QSR
Market Coach in the Private Equity Backed- QSR industry.
As an emerging brand concept, our client was looking for someone to further expansion across several states. The perfect candidate would possess substantial knowledge of the growing industry, a deep understanding of their target market, as well as the capacity to lead a workforce effectively.
Private Equity Backed- QSR
$20 million+
Alabama
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Director of National Real Estate for Active Entertainment Industry
Director of National Real Estate in the Active Entertainment industry.
Our client began prioritizing growth and expansion by looking to acquire new spaces around the country. Working with a traditional real estate agent would not effectively serve the specifics of the active entertainment industry. Someone with industry experience as well as real estate knowledge would be better suited for this role. The search would prove to be narrow and Leap was tasked to find the right person for the job.
Active Entertainment
$200 Million +
Remote
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General Manager for Active Entertainment Industry
General Manager - GM in the Active Entertainment industry.
A general manager position is essential for the overall functionality of operating a unit. With that being said, the client was looking for a candidate they could trust to run their business safely and efficiently. Due to the industry-specific parameters surrounding this role, Leap was hired to find and secure a pool of qualified candidates.
Active Entertainment
$200 Million +
Skokie, IL
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Director of Operations for Active Entertainment Industry
Director of Operations in the Active Entertainment industry.
In this specific interest, a Director of Operations would be responsible for maintaining business operations for the set location within the regional market. The client was targeting someone who could take their Detroit location to new heights. The team was looking for someone who fit their company culture while maintaining professionalism in operating a highly profitable business.
Active Entertainment
Est. $200 Million
Detroit, Michigan
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Director of Operations for Full-Service Restaurant Industry
Director of Operations in the Full-Service Restaurant industry.
Our client was looking for someone to oversee nine locations in the state of North Carolina. The ideal candidate would have experience in operating and managing multiple locations in the food service industry. The client is targeting someone who goes the extra step to ensure that employees and customers are satisfied.
Full-Service Restaurant
Est. $300 Million
North Carolina
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Vice President of Operations for Grocery Industry
Vice President of Operations in the Grocery industry.
Our client was looking for someone who could help generate revenue through new channels. Goals for increasing revenue surrounded the potential acquisition of more units. The ideal candidate would have experience within the industry that could help with corporate expansion. The Vice President of Operations position would serve an essential senior leadership function.
Grocery
$20 Million +
Detroit, MI
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Vice President of Operations for Full-Service Restaurant
Vice President of Operations in the Full-Service Restaurant industry.
In this specific instance, our client didn't exactly know they were looking for a Vice President of Operations until the perfect candidate was presented to them.
Full-Service Restaurant
Est. $300 million
Atlanta, GA
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