Aamir Rajan

Aamir Rajan

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Director of Strategy and InnovationDirector of Strategy and Innovationat INAA Restaurant LLC. dba NAF NAF Middle Eastern Grill
Texas, United States

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    Director Brand Strategy and Franchise Development
    SkinnyFATS
    Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years 1 month)
    - Partnered with SkinnyFATS brand to pinpoint their Unique Selling Proposition (USP), enhancing their appeal to prospective franchisees. - Developed and executed scalable business strategies for SkinnyFATS in both the Vegas and Utah markets. - Innovated and launched a new food brand, focusing on Nashville hot chicken. - Collaborated with a renowned celebrity chef to curate and refine a fresh menu for HallPass restaurants in Utah.
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    Director of Strategy and Innovation
    INAA Restaurant LLC. dba NAF NAF Middle Eastern Grill
    Jan 2019 - Aug 2023 (4 years 8 months)
    - Spearheaded a $10m project, anticipating unit revenues of $1.5m, by establishing the organization in Dallas as an equity partner, focusing on novel food concepts in the DFW Metroplex. - Assembled and led a multidisciplinary team of realtors, architects, and contractors for site identification, Letter of Intent (LOI) negotiations, lease modifications, and lease finalization. - Collaborated closely with architects for design review, facilitated competitive contractor bids, ensured timely permitting, and oversaw construction phases to guarantee on-schedule completion. - Established accounts with vital vendors and orchestrated restaurant-specific logistics; responsible for the recruitment, training, and management of managerial and crew staff
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    Area Manager
    Chipotle Mexican Grill
    Jan 2014 - Jan 2019 (5 years 1 month)
    - Oversaw sales and operations across eight multi-unit restaurants in Chicago Metro, generating $21M in sales and coordinating scheduled new location launches. - Prioritized exceptional customer service in high-traffic environments, integrating client feedback to drive necessary changes. - Spearheaded a robust safety culture, leading the Chi-West region. - Successfully inaugurated two new restaurant locations, effectively recruiting and managing talent to ensure smooth operations.
  • Dunkin'​ Brands
    Multi Unit Manager
    Dunkin'​ Brands
    Jan 2008 - Jan 2014 (6 years 1 month)
    - Managed overall operations across eight Dunkin’ Donuts outlets, ensuring adherence to brand, franchisee standards, and relevant laws, with an average sales volume of $2.5m per unit. - Orchestrated renovations for three existing restaurants to align with contemporary brand aesthetics and functional requirements. - Spearheaded the conceptualization and establishment of two standalone drive-thru units to enhance customer convenience and boost sales.
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    Revenue Manager
    InterContinental Hotels Group
    Jan 2005 - Jan 2008 (3 years 1 month)
    - Led the company's revenue optimization efforts by refining pricing, inventory, and distribution strategies to boost profitability. - Employed sophisticated data analytics, market insights, and predictive forecasting to craft and enact revenue management tactics, ensuring consistent revenue growth and improved financial outcomes. - Managed inventory and set dynamic pricing structures across multiple online platforms including Expedia, Priceline, and others to capitalize on demand fluctuations and market trends. - Engaged cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and finance teams to pinpoint revenue-enhancing opportunities, enabling data-driven decision-making and successful implementation of revenue.
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    Academic Development Consultant
    Aga Khan Education Service
    Jan 1999 - Dec 2002 (4 years)
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    Sr. Project Manager
    HT Consultants Limited
    Jan 1998 - Dec 2003 (6 years)
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    Master's degree, Project Management
    Jamia Hamdard
    Jan 2002 - Dec 2004 (3 years)
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    MBA, Total Quality Management
    Jamia Hamdard
    Jan 2001 - Dec 2004 (4 years)
  • Karachi University
    Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Development Economics and International Development
    Karachi University
    Jan 1993 - Dec 1997 (5 years)