Danny L. Echols

Danny L. Echols, MS has a diverse and extensive work experience in various industries. Danny L. is currently serving as the Resident Vice President of Operations at SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence since August 2021. Prior to this role, they worked as the Executive Director of Nutrition Services at RPS 205 from September 2020 to August 2021.

Before joining RPS 205, Danny held a significant position at Hyde Park Hospitality - Aramark, where they served as the Sr Food Service Director from April 2016 to September 2020, and as the Food Service Director from August 2014 to April 2016. Danny L. also has experience working as a Multi-Unit Supervisor at Shelby County Schools from November 2013 to June 2014, and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Mississippi from August 2013 to May 2014.

In addition, Danny worked as a Nutrition Consultant / Management under contract from January 2012 to May 2013. Danny L. gained valuable managerial experience as the McCafé Multi-Unit Supervisor at McDonald's Corporation from June 2007 to December 2011. Before that, they served as the General Manager at Crescent City Beignet from April 2006 to May 2007.

Danny's career began as a Broker at Echols Trucking in May 2000 and continued until May 2007. Overall, they have exhibited a broad and diverse skill set through their extensive work experience in various leadership and management roles across multiple industries.

Danny L. Echols, MS has a strong educational background in the field of nutrition and food services. Danny L. completed their Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Food Services at the University of Mississippi in 2014. Prior to that, they pursued a Didactic Program in Dietetics at Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge from 2005 to 2006.

Danny L.'sBachelor of Applied Science degree, with a major in Dietetics and Nutrition, was obtained from the University of Mississippi between 2000 and 2005. Additionally, Danny has received further training in the field through certifications and courses.

Danny L. obtained the certification titled "Alkaline, Paleo, Ketogenic, Macrobiotic, or Vegan: Are Any Really Anticancer?" from the American Dietetic Association in December 2020. In August 2019, they completed the "S.T.A.R. - Strategies That Promote a Culture of Food Safety" certification offered by the School Nutrition Association. Danny also received the "S.T.A.R. - Nutrition Education Strategies to Promote Fruit and Vegetable Consumption" certification from the same institution in June 2019.

Moreover, Danny has participated in training programs provided by the Institute of Child Nutrition (formerly NFSMI). Danny L. completed the "Foundations for Training Excellence and Meal Pattern" program, which is accredited by the Commission on the Dietetic Registration and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Additionally, they have undergone the "Meal Pattern Training" program accredited by the same institutions.

Based on the information provided, Danny's education and certifications have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and food services, making him a qualified professional in the field.