Larry Mench

Vice President at Heartland Restaurant Group

Larry Mench has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Larry is currently working as the Vice President at Heartland Restaurant Group, LLC since February 2019. Prior to this, they were the President/Founder of Sundance Business Solutions from January 2012 to March 2019. Larry also worked as the Director of Franchise Recruitment & Training at Mac Tools from July 2017 to June 2018. From March 2013 to December 2015, Larry served as the Vice President at Tim Hortons USA, where they were responsible for overseeing all US operations and leading a team of 30 support personnel. Before that, they held the position of Regional Manager of Franchise Development and Operations at Five Guys Enterprises, LLC from January 2008 to 2012. Larry was also the Director of Company Operations at Zeppe's Franchise Development Company from July 2005 to September 2007. Larry's earlier roles include serving as the Director of Human Resources and Training at RTM Restaurant Group from May 2001 to July 2005, and working as a Business Consultant and Franchise Consultant at McDonald's Corporation from August 1983 to May 2001. The latter position involved consulting with franchise operators, overseeing real estate development, and managing multiple restaurants generating millions in annual sales. Overall, Larry Mench possesses extensive experience in leadership, operations, and franchise development.

Larry Mench attended the University of Pittsburgh from 1978 to 1982. During their time at the university, they pursued a major in Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Accounting. After completing their undergraduate education, Larry went on to engage in professional development, earning a Management by Objectives (MBO) degree. This program focused on various subjects such as Leadership, Operations, Organizational Behavior, Human Resources, Training, and P&L Management.

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  • Vice President

    February, 2019 - present