Patrick Vacca

Patrick Vacca is a seasoned professional in financial planning and analysis, currently serving as the Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at STARR Restaurants since May 2020. Responsibilities include developing financial models for operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, collaborating with operations leadership to track financial performance, and managing the implementation of cloud-based planning software, Anaplan. Previous roles include Director of Restaurants & Bars at Hersha Hospitality Management, where oversight of luxury hotel food and beverage operations was key, as well as significant contributions as a Senior Operations Analyst and an Analyst in an independent collection. Vacca co-founded EquityEats as VP of Restaurant Operations, emphasizing scalability and strategic development for entrepreneurs. An educational background in Biology and German from Cornell University supports a diverse skill set, complemented by experience in various operational and analytical roles across the hospitality and restaurant industries.