Barry Garrison

Barry Garrison is an experienced operations leader in the restaurant industry, currently serving as Director of Operations at matchbox since June 2023. Previously, Garrison held the same title at First Watch Restaurants from October 2022 to June 2023. Extensive experience includes positions such as Area Manager and General Manager at Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef and Seafood, Vice President of Operations at Shuckin' Shack Restaurant Franchise, and District Manager at Specialty Restaurants Corporation. Garrison has also served as Vice President of Operations and Regional Director at Real Mex Restaurants, Area Director at Tavistock Restaurants LLC, General Manager at Atlantic Fish Company, and General Manager at Ruth's Chris Steak House. Early career roles included a managerial position at The Cheesecake Factory. Garrison's educational background includes studies at Wichita State University from 1988 to 1990.