Cfsp Bret Eldridge

Bret Eldridge, CFSP, has a diverse work experience spanning over several industries and roles. Bret began their career as the Chief Operating Officer at Innovative Brands, where they successfully reactivated the brands PJ's Coffee and Planet Smoothie while adding Shane's Ribshack to the portfolio. After that, they served as Vice President and Brand Leader at Raving Brands, overseeing the growth of Shane's Ribshack from 15 units to 87. Bret then joined Petrus Brands as the President of Planet Smoothie, leading initiatives to enhance operations, financial returns, and product offerings. Bret also worked as a Principal Consultant at Strategic Operations Consulting, contracted with various concepts to develop and execute strategic plans. Bret served as the Business Development Director and Operational Consultant at Supreme Food Service Sales, where they focused on sales strategies and building relationships with manufacturers and distributors. Prior to that, they were a Regional Account Executive at Heartland Payment Systems, helping restaurant executives improve their businesses through software solutions. Alongside these roles, Bret also served as the National Accounts Manager at Hoshizaki America and the Director of National Accounts at Master-Bilt Products. Currently, they hold the position of Sr. Director, Strategic Accounts at Hoshizaki The Americas.

Bret Eldridge, CFSP, attended Clayton State University and the University of Georgia, but no specific degrees or fields of study are provided.