Brad Manske

Field Service Specialist

About

I’m an operations executive with a track record of building, scaling, and leading high-performing hospitality and experiential brands. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve led multi-unit organizations from early-stage growth through large-scale operations—driving profitability, strengthening culture, and delivering consistently strong guest experiences. Key areas of impact: Scaled a concept from startup to $50M+ in annual revenueLed teams of 1,100+ employees across multi-unit operationsIncreased unit profitability by 22% above company averageNavigated COVID with zero salaried layoffs and full operational recoveryRebuilt workforce of 800+ employees post-pandemic My leadership approach is hands-on, people-first, and performance-driven. I focus on building strong teams, aligning operations with financial goals, and creating systems that scale. I’ve worked across diverse hospitality environments—from high-volume restaurants to multi-brand portfolios—and understand what it takes to drive both guest experience and bottom-line results. Currently open to executive leadership opportunities (CEO, COO, VP Operations) within: Hospitality groupsRestaurant brandsExperiential / entertainment-driven conceptsPrivate equity-backed growth companies If you’re building, scaling, or transforming a brand—I’d welcome the conversation.

Country

United States

City

Castle Rock

Industry

Hospitality

Skill

Retention Strategies, Recovery Strategies, Employee Engagement, Turn Around Management, Operational Turnaround, Renegotiations, Reducing Operating Costs, Operations Directors, EBITDA, Cost Control, Revenue Analysis, P&L Management, Business Operations, ServSafe Alcohol Certified, Restaurant Management, Customer Service, New Restaurant Openings, Sales, Catering, Menu Development

Experience

Field Service Specialist

BOSTON’S PIZZA

Managed 20–30 franchise + 7 corporate locations Improved compliance, brand consistency, and operational performance

Consulting Specialist

COLORADO HOSPITALITY SOLUTIONS

Advised operators on margin improvement, menu engineering, and systems Delivered measurable cost reductions and operational consistency improvements

Director of Operations

VIEWHOUSE

Built business from concept to $50M+ revenue platform Improved unit-level profitability by 22% through operational discipline Drove sustained YoY growth via programming, menu engineering, and brand positioning Led COVID strategy: retained staff, community engagement, rapid recovery hiring

Chief Executive Officer

Lotus Concepts Management

Lead multi-brand portfolio strategy, P&L, and growth initiatives Drive revenue expansion, cost optimization, and margin improvement Oversee executive leadership across operations, finance, marketing, HR Position brands for scalability and potential PE investment readiness

Chief Executive Officer / Vice President of Operations

ViewHouse Eatery, Bar & Rooftop

2024 - Present · 2 yrs

CEO / VP Operations Lotus Concepts Management Corporation 2024 – Present Lead strategic direction and operational performance across a multi-brand hospitality portfolio. * Own full P&L performance, driving revenue growth and profitability * Oversee multi-unit operations, leadership teams, and brand execution * Align operations, marketing, and finance to support scalable growth * Strengthen organizational culture and leadership accountability

Project Manager

Colorado Hospitality Solutions

2023 - 2024 · 1 yr

Colorado, United States

Hospitality Consultant / Project Manager Colorado Hospitality Solutions 2023 – 2024 Partnered with hospitality operators to improve performance, efficiency, and brand execution. * Conducted operational audits and performance assessments * Improved margins through cost control, menu engineering, and vendor optimization * Implemented training systems and operational processes * Elevated brand consistency and guest experience

Vice President

Lotus Concepts Management Corporation (ViewHouse Eatery Bar and Rooftop, VH Beer Company)

2012-3 - 2023-8 · 11 yrs 6 mos

Denver Metropolitan Area

Vice President / Director of Operations Lotus Concepts Management Corporation 2012 – 2023 Led operations for a high-growth hospitality group with $50M+ revenue and 1,100+ employees. * Owned P&L, budgeting, and financial performance across all locations * Scaled operations from startup to established multi-unit brand * Drove consistent revenue growth through events, pricing, and guest experience strategy * Increased unit profitability by 22% above company average * Negotiated vendor agreements to reduce costs and protect margins Key Achievements: * Built and scaled brand to $50M+ enterprise * Led COVID strategy with zero salaried layoffs * Rehired 800+ employees during recovery * Developed high-performing leadership team across all locations

Manager, Regional Field Services Manager

Boston’s Pizza Restaurant and Sports Bar – Franchising – United States

2011 - 2012 · 1 yr

Colorado, Texas, Montana, South Dakota, Oregon, California, New Mexico

2011 – 2012 • BOSTON’S GOURMET PIZZA & SPORTS BAR • Multi-state Operations Managed multi-state field operations for one of North America’s largest restaurant groups, encompassing both franchise and corporate locations. Oversaw operational execution, brand consistency, and compliance across 20–30 franchise units and 7 corporate restaurants, ensuring alignment with company standards in food quality, service, and guest experience.