The Common Man Family
Charles Alford is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in customer service, management, and operations across various industries. Currently serving as a Bartender at The Common Man Family since November 2011, Charles has demonstrated exceptional skills in providing high-quality service and has received recognition as the 2013 Employee of the Year. Previous roles include Inventory and Distribution Controller and Guest Service and Tickets Coordinator at Loon Mountain Resort, where responsibilities encompassed inventory management and staff supervision. Charles also held leadership positions at Southern District YMCA / Camp Lincoln, Inc., overseeing summer camp programs and managing staff and camper dynamics. Charles began a career in customer service and operations with roles such as Central Reservations and Sales Associate and Outdoor Educator, complemented by experience as an Interviewer for the Carsey Institute and an intern at the New Hampshire State House. Charles holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of New Hampshire.
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The Common Man Family
Alex Ray opened the first Common Man Restaurant in Ashland in 1971. In 1985, Common Man Lincoln was born. In 1987, Howard Johnson's Restaurant in Concord, NH became the 50's style Capital City Diner. In 1993, Alex opened Tilt'n Diner in Tilton using a 1952 steel diner, and The Italian Farmhouse opened in Plymouth. In 1994, Boathouse Grille was built on the water in Meredith, becoming LAGO, an authentic Italian Trattoria, in 2003. 25 years after opening the first C-MAN restaurant, Common Man Windham opened in a renovated barn. In 1996, The Common Man Company Store in Ashland, NH opened, selling C-MAN and New Hampshire-made items. In 1998, Camp restaurant in Meredith, NH came to life. In 1999, Town Docks opened on the bay in Meredith. In 2000, the Capital City Diner in Concord became a Common Man. In 2001/2002, Alex took a defunct wood mill in Plymouth and created the 37-room Common Man Inn & Spa and Foster's Boiler Room. Lakehouse Grille in Meredith opened in 2004. In July 2005, the Common Man Merrimack opened. In December 2005, Airport Diner in Manchester took flight. In 2008, Common Man Express deli was opened in Ashland. In June 2009, old mills in Claremont were renovated into the second Common Man Inn in NH and a restaurant. Common Man Portsmouth opened in August 2009 and in October 2009 The 104 Diner in New Hampton opened. In December 2009, Alex bought a defunct movie theater in Plymouth and re-opened it as The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center.