Kevin Upton

Kevin Upton has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Kevin most recently worked as the Director of Operations for Louis Pappas Restaurant Group, LLC. and Louis Pappas Franchise Company. Prior to that, they served as the Area Director for Louis Pappas Fresh Greek Group.

Before their roles in the restaurant industry, Kevin worked as a Multi Unit General Manager at CENTRAL PARK SEAFOOD from 1999 to 2020. In this position, they managed a portfolio of five fine dining and family-style restaurants in Florida. Kevin focused on restructuring and streamlining organizational processes, setting performance and sales goals, and ensuring cost efficiency.

Kevin also has experience in the automotive industry, having served as the Business Director/GSM for PONTIAC/GMC TRUCK from 1990 to 1999. Kevin managed a portfolio of two dealerships in the Tampa Bay area, where they implemented financial reporting, developed policies and procedures, and maintained excellent customer relations.

Before that, Kevin worked in the fast-food industry, first as an Assistant Manager/Restaurant Manager at BURGER KING CORP from 1987 to 1990, where they oversaw daily operations, inventory control, and staff management. Kevin then joined MCDONALD'S/DAVID INDUSTRIES as an Assistant Manager from 1985 to 1987, where they focused on sales training, performance planning, and maintaining positive customer relations.

Kevin began their career as a Deputy Sheriff with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office from 1982 to 1985.

Kevin Upton attended Long Island University from 1977 to 1982, but did not obtain a degree or specify a field of study. Kevin also obtained a certification in Leading Productive Meetings from LinkedIn in 2019.