Allied Lube Inc. is the 3rd largest franchisee of Jiffy Lube Centers in the United States with more than 120 locations. The company was founded by Richard Paek with just 1 Jiffy Lube in 1993. They are considered to be one of the primer operators within the Jiffy Lube System.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment and organizational redevelopment services.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
Friday, October 24, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with International Dairy Queen to Secure an Industry Leading Vice President of
International Dairy Queen develops licenses and services a system of more than 5,600 Dairy Queen Stores in the United States, Canada and foreign countries, offering dairy desserts, hamburgers, hot dogs and beverages. Since 2001, the Dairy Queen system has realized seven consecutive years of same store sales growth and franchise profitability increases. International Dairy Queen is part of the Berkshire Hathaway family, a company owned by Warren Buffett, the legendary investor and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent to secure an industry leading Vice President of Franchise Development to the Dairy Queen organization.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent to secure an industry leading Vice President of Franchise Development to the Dairy Queen organization.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
Friday, September 19, 2008
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with DineEquitys IHOP Brand to Complete its Field Marketing Team.
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IHOP restaurants, one of America’s favorite restaurant chains, features moderately priced, high-quality food and beverage items, and table service in an attractive and comfortable atmosphere.
More than 99 percent of IHOP restaurants are operated by franchisees, who are independent business people. As of June 30, 2008, there were 1,361 IHOP restaurants located in 49 states, Canada and Mexico.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment, team building, coaching and on-boarding services to the IHOP Marketing Group.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
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Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Friday, September 5, 2008
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with The Johnny Rockets Group to Bolster its Franchise Sales Team.
Johnny Rockets is an international retro diner-style restaurant chain that provides the food and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana. Every original Johnny Rockets restaurant boasts great-tasting food from a menu of All-American favorites including juicy hamburgers, hand-dipped shakes & malts and freshly-baked apple pie.
The Johnny Rockets Group currently has 238 restaurants open as of July 2008 and will open an additional 42 restaurant in their current fiscal year and an additional 80 in their next fiscal year.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment and on-boarding services to the Johnny Rockets Group.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
The Johnny Rockets Group currently has 238 restaurants open as of July 2008 and will open an additional 42 restaurant in their current fiscal year and an additional 80 in their next fiscal year.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing executive talent, assessment and on-boarding services to the Johnny Rockets Group.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Friday, August 22, 2008
Capodice & Associates Partners with Prometheus Partners
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with Prometheus Partners to add a Director of Real Estate to spearhead restaurant growth.
Prometheus Partners is a private equity fund established to invest in smaller middle market private companies. Prometheus seeks to invest in growth companies in industries that are fragmented and undergoing consolidation. Prometheus will focus primarily on route-based service business that entail recurring revenue stream and stable predictable cash flows, as well as nationally-franchised restaurants. Prometheus targets businesses that offer the opportunity for rapid growth either internally or externally through add-on acquisitions.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing the additional talent to continue its unbelievable success.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Prometheus Partners is a private equity fund established to invest in smaller middle market private companies. Prometheus seeks to invest in growth companies in industries that are fragmented and undergoing consolidation. Prometheus will focus primarily on route-based service business that entail recurring revenue stream and stable predictable cash flows, as well as nationally-franchised restaurants. Prometheus targets businesses that offer the opportunity for rapid growth either internally or externally through add-on acquisitions.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing the additional talent to continue its unbelievable success.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact: Peter Capodice 941-906-1990 or peter@capodice.com
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with Velocity Brands to add a Senior Operations Executive
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search Partners with Velocity Brands to add a Senior Operations Executive to improve operating matrix and spearhead growth.
Velocity Brands was formed in July 2005 to create a long-term business alliance with Dunkin Brands to develop over 50 Dunkin Donuts Retail Stores in the Tampa area.
Dunkin’ Brands a Delaware corporation, is the world’s largest coffee and baked goods chain. There are over 6,000 Dunkin’ Donuts worldwide in 30 countries. In the U.S. there are over 4,400 Dunkin’ Donuts locations across 36 states. Internationally, there are over 1,700 Dunkin’ Donuts locations in 29 countries. serving more than 2.7 million coffee customers per day. Dunkin’ Donuts sells 52 varieties of donuts and more than a dozen coffee beverages as well as an array of bagels, breakfast sandwiches and other baked goods.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing the Operations talent needed to implement the systems and processes in order to meet development objectives.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Velocity Brands was formed in July 2005 to create a long-term business alliance with Dunkin Brands to develop over 50 Dunkin Donuts Retail Stores in the Tampa area.
Dunkin’ Brands a Delaware corporation, is the world’s largest coffee and baked goods chain. There are over 6,000 Dunkin’ Donuts worldwide in 30 countries. In the U.S. there are over 4,400 Dunkin’ Donuts locations across 36 states. Internationally, there are over 1,700 Dunkin’ Donuts locations in 29 countries. serving more than 2.7 million coffee customers per day. Dunkin’ Donuts sells 52 varieties of donuts and more than a dozen coffee beverages as well as an array of bagels, breakfast sandwiches and other baked goods.
Capodice & Associates Predictive Performance Executive Search served as the retained search firm providing the Operations talent needed to implement the systems and processes in order to meet development objectives.
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment and on-boarding tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
About Capodice & Associates
From a dynamic blend of professional search talent, to the most comprehensive assessment tools on the market, Capodice & Associates gives you peace of mind knowing your next hire will be a long-term success.
Contact Us
Capodice & Associates
Midtown Plaza
1243 S. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, Florida 34239
941-906-1990 Phone
941-906-1991 Fax
www.capodice.com
Successful CEOs: Who Are They?
The second in a series about raising awareness and sensitivity to the
needs of leadership development.
by Peter Capodice
One of the most widely-studied group of business people is the successful CEOs. In Capodice’s previous newsletter article, we discussed how to identify and nurture potential leaders. In this newsletter, we will examine the traits and environments that help leaders achieve high levels of success within their respective organizations. These leaders are highly rated by their boards in terms of actual performance and the investment’s financial return.
Capodice and Associates has surveyed many exceptional leaders. These CEOs generally possessed the same types of traits, whether these were innate behavioral traits, or characteristics learned in the course of their careers. All leaders were efficient, aggressive, persistent, and proactive. They also possessed “soft” skills such as being flexible, a good listener, open to criticism, and a team player. And many of the leaders had traits that not only helped them be successful but also helped them adapt in high-pressure situations, such as being persuasive, organized, analytical, and calm. Interestingly, these characteristics were not related to either age or gender.
Along with specific skills or traits, there are actions that successful leaders have in common. These essential attributes include:
1. A dedication to the company’s vision.
2. The ability to communicate that vision to stakeholders.
3. A focus on macromanagement: having an awareness of operational details, but not actively involved in those details.
4. Keeps abreast of industry trends and leverages that information to make decisions about the future.
5. Builds exceptional management teams and supports their decisions.
6. Cultivates strong relationships with customers and understands their needs, challenges and business goals.
While many success-related characteristics can determine whether a CEO candidate is hired, they don’t necessarily ensure the leader’s success. General ability or talent matters when interviewing for a job and attracting investors. But during the course of a CEOs career, the softer skills like flexibility and good listening might not matter as much as being persistent, efficient and proactive.
A recent example shows how much these traits can make a difference in a leader’s success. Jack Welch, the former CEO of GE, was particularly talented in the “hard” skills of a leader, but was not noted for possessing the softer skills. By contrast, his successor Jeff Immelt has been hailed as a leader with great flexibility, good listening skills, and favoring a team approach. During these challenging times, the “hard” skills would be much more helpful, and thus it is possible that Immelt will not be as successful as Welch. In fact, GE increased in value by tens of billions of dollars under Welch, and has declined by tens of billions of dollars under Immelt.
The difference is the connection between a leader’s skills and personality, and the culture of the organization he or she will lead. The successful leader’s needs must mesh with the corporate culture and the objectives of the organization. Where there is not a good match between these two factors, the leader’s needs will not be met and he or she will struggle to achieve success, even while possessing all of a leader’s best skills. If a leader is simply plugged into an organization without understanding their individual and organizational needs, the person is likely to be set up for failure.
The most successful CEOs possess exceptional leadership traits, and they can communicate these traits to others through mentorship. However, the right environment is the other key predictor in whether a CEO will become a top performer. When both of these factors come together in one company, the result is success for the business as well as the leader.
needs of leadership development.
by Peter Capodice
One of the most widely-studied group of business people is the successful CEOs. In Capodice’s previous newsletter article, we discussed how to identify and nurture potential leaders. In this newsletter, we will examine the traits and environments that help leaders achieve high levels of success within their respective organizations. These leaders are highly rated by their boards in terms of actual performance and the investment’s financial return.
Capodice and Associates has surveyed many exceptional leaders. These CEOs generally possessed the same types of traits, whether these were innate behavioral traits, or characteristics learned in the course of their careers. All leaders were efficient, aggressive, persistent, and proactive. They also possessed “soft” skills such as being flexible, a good listener, open to criticism, and a team player. And many of the leaders had traits that not only helped them be successful but also helped them adapt in high-pressure situations, such as being persuasive, organized, analytical, and calm. Interestingly, these characteristics were not related to either age or gender.
Along with specific skills or traits, there are actions that successful leaders have in common. These essential attributes include:
1. A dedication to the company’s vision.
2. The ability to communicate that vision to stakeholders.
3. A focus on macromanagement: having an awareness of operational details, but not actively involved in those details.
4. Keeps abreast of industry trends and leverages that information to make decisions about the future.
5. Builds exceptional management teams and supports their decisions.
6. Cultivates strong relationships with customers and understands their needs, challenges and business goals.
While many success-related characteristics can determine whether a CEO candidate is hired, they don’t necessarily ensure the leader’s success. General ability or talent matters when interviewing for a job and attracting investors. But during the course of a CEOs career, the softer skills like flexibility and good listening might not matter as much as being persistent, efficient and proactive.
A recent example shows how much these traits can make a difference in a leader’s success. Jack Welch, the former CEO of GE, was particularly talented in the “hard” skills of a leader, but was not noted for possessing the softer skills. By contrast, his successor Jeff Immelt has been hailed as a leader with great flexibility, good listening skills, and favoring a team approach. During these challenging times, the “hard” skills would be much more helpful, and thus it is possible that Immelt will not be as successful as Welch. In fact, GE increased in value by tens of billions of dollars under Welch, and has declined by tens of billions of dollars under Immelt.
The difference is the connection between a leader’s skills and personality, and the culture of the organization he or she will lead. The successful leader’s needs must mesh with the corporate culture and the objectives of the organization. Where there is not a good match between these two factors, the leader’s needs will not be met and he or she will struggle to achieve success, even while possessing all of a leader’s best skills. If a leader is simply plugged into an organization without understanding their individual and organizational needs, the person is likely to be set up for failure.
The most successful CEOs possess exceptional leadership traits, and they can communicate these traits to others through mentorship. However, the right environment is the other key predictor in whether a CEO will become a top performer. When both of these factors come together in one company, the result is success for the business as well as the leader.
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