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Richard Brooks
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Meeting Preference: Email, In Person, Phone, Video

Languages: English

How I Can Help You

Specialties include hospitality management, financial management, restaurant operations, and general business operations.

With over 40 years of experience in hospitality management, I bring expertise in hotels, restaurants, and general business operations. My background spans all facets of hospitality, including lodging development and operation, restaurant management, meeting sourcing, and corporate housing. Whether you are launching a hospitality-related venture or seeking to improve operational efficiency, I can offer strategic insights and practical guidance.

What I Offer:
● Hospitality Expertise: I provide in-depth knowledge and strategies to help optimize your lodging, restaurant, and corporate housing businesses.
● Financial Management: I assist with financial planning, budgeting, and overall financial management to help your business thrive.
● General Business Operations: From start-up advice to operational improvements, I help business owners streamline their processes and improve efficiency.
● Lodging Development: My experience in lodging development and operations ensures you have the right guidance to build and sustain successful accommodations.
● Restaurant Operations: I guide restaurant owners in improving their daily operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and boosting profitability.

A Bit About Me:
I hold a BA and MBA in Hospitality Management from Michigan State University and have earned the Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) designation from the American Hotel Lodging Association (AH&LA). In addition, I was the co-author of the best selling college level textbook on hotel front office management and a US Army veteran. With decades of industry experience, I’m passionate about sharing my knowledge to help businesses in the hospitality sector succeed.

Areas of Expertise

  • Management & Operations
  • Strategy Development

Industry Experience

  • Restaurant & Bar
  • Travel, Hospitality, & Tourism
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