Anita Pope

Principal Recruiter/ceo/franchise Owner at Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc

Anita Pope is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in recruitment and marketing operations. Currently serving as the Principal Recruiter, CEO, and Franchise Owner at Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc since March 2024, Anita leads efforts to leverage nationwide connections for recruitment purposes. Prior to this role, Anita spent nearly nine years at Andersen Corporation as a Project Manager and Marketing Operations Manager, contributing to operational excellence in a leading manufacturing environment. At Target, from 2006 to 2015, Anita held the title of Marketing/Creative Operations Leader, where leadership in creative strategy and budget management was paramount. Early career experiences include pivotal roles at Knight Ridder and St. Paul Pioneer Press, where Anita managed technology projects, marketing operations, and creative teams. Anita holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism & Fine Arts from Indiana University Bloomington.

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Minneapolis, United States

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Patrice and Associates Franchising Inc

A nationwide network of recruiters, an immense database of qualified candidates, and over 500 management positions to fill at any one time: Patrice and Associates is the recruiting engine that fuels the hospitality industry. Restaurant jobs, hotels, casinos and every hospitality career in between – we make the connections that build rewarding careers and grow great brands. Founded in 1989, Patrice & Associates works with all facets of the hospitality industry including catering companies, hotel banquet facilities, resorts, private clubs, national chains, local and regional franchises and IT companies that service the hospitality industry. We have positions ranging from operations management to human resource positions to District Management and corporate executive opportunities. We represent many major corporate chains: $4M casual dining companies; $6M - $10M theme casual dining clubs; $4M family style restaurants; companies opening 40 new locations a year; fine dining, fast food, airports, malls and travel plazas nationwide.