Chris Franklin

Chris Franklin is an experienced professional in operational leadership and strategic management, currently serving as Vice President and General Manager at Coda Coffee Company since December 2024 and as Strategic Advisor at SpringEats.Com. Franklin has a robust background, including roles such as Director of Operations at Seattle Fish Company & Lombardi Brothers Meats, where management encompassed various departments and teams, and General Manager/Head of Operations at Pinemelon.com, facilitating the company's expansion into the U.S. Notable achievements include spearheading employee engagement initiatives, successfully launching new retail concepts, and enhancing operational performance across multiple organizations. Franklin holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Administration/Management from Cornell University's Peter and Stephanie Nolan School of Hotel Administration.