Bruce Hvidsten

Bruce Hvidsten is a finance professional with broad experience within restaurant and hospitality industry serving in CFO, Controller and Finance positions. Leadership experience in a variety of disciplines including accounting, treasury, financial planning and analysis, risk management, BI and IT, lender relations, development and M&A. Pursuing strategic leader roles that can help companies reach the next level. Current position is Controller and Director of Finance with a high growth company that pioneered the dine-in movie theater concept. Previous position was CFO for one of the Top 10 Largest Franchisee in the US. Oversaw financial operations during 3 year growth period of 140 units to 350 units through a combination of development opportunities and strategic acquisitions. Previous positions have also included: * Director of Finance for 200 unit casual dining chain * Planning and Analysis for 1000+ unit casual dining organization * Lead finance position for high growth regional restaurant chaing * Cost analysis and operations support for premier casual dining chain History of developing high performing teams and cross departmental support. Specialities: CFO * Controller * Treasury ( Budgeting * Forecasting * Strategic Planning * Acquisitions * Financial Reporting * Lease and Credit negotiations * Franchise Agreements * Vender Relations * Cost Analysis * Marketing Analysis * Business Intelligence