John Priest

John Priest has extensive experience in finance and operations, particularly in the restaurant industry. Their recent role as Senior Director of Finance at Sightglass involves overseeing the accounting and finance function across various channels within the company. Previously, they held the position of Director of Finance at Twenty Five Lusk, where they managed day-to-day accounting and cash management, streamlined systems integration, and identified areas of financial opportunity. As a Finance and Operations Specialist at JMP Consulting Services, John worked with high-profile restaurant concepts, focusing on financial analysis, budgeting, and operational efficiency. John also served as the CFO at Saddle Ranch Chop House, managing financial operations and accounting protocols. In their earlier career, John held positions at Vine Solutions, Stars Restaurant, Seven Oaks Country Club, Memorial Health Systems, Olive Garden, and the City of Bakersfield, gaining experience in various roles including executive management, accounting, and server/bartender positions.

John Priest completed their Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Accounting and Finance at California State University, Bakersfield. John continued their education at the same university, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a specialization in Business between 1990 and 1992.