Mike Fluharty

Mike Fluharty has extensive experience in the restaurant industry, currently serving as Senior Manager of Operations and Director of New Diner Opening at Black Bear Diner since January 2018. Previous roles include General Manager at BGR Burgers Grilled Right and Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, where Mike focused on building sales and developing personnel. Additional experience includes positions as Area Marketing Manager/AGM at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Manager at The Habit Burger Grill, and Multi Unit Manager at Pizza Studio, where Mike emphasized brand development and team leadership. Other notable positions include General Manager roles at Burger King Corporation and Iggy's Sports Grill, where Mike cultivated strong team cultures and maintained profitability standards. Mike's career began in 2007, with a foundational education in Personal and Culinary Services at Orem High School from 1993 to 1995.