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Ian Burris

Durham

Summary

Dynamic CEO with a proven track record at The Dankery. Founding The Dankery out of my garage as a one man operation, expanding to a food truck with a small team, then scaling to two successful restaurants with a team of 37 hard working individuals, I’ve learned and mastered key skills needed to run a successful company. driving revenue growth and market expansion through strategic planning and innovative solutions. Expert in financial management and team leadership, I fostered a culture of collaboration, achieving significant operational efficiencies and enhancing brand visibility, while securing advantageous partnerships to elevate brand awareness.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

The Dankery
2017 - Current
  • Developed and executed strategic business plans to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
  • Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders to enhance brand visibility and community engagement.
  • Oversaw operational efficiency, identifying areas for process improvements and cost reductions.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to inform strategic decision-making processes.
  • Mentored senior leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement within the organization.
  • Spearheaded corporate social responsibility initiatives, enhancing company reputation and community impact.
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
  • Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
  • Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new markets and devising targeted expansion strategies.
  • Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
  • Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Drove profitability with thorough financial analysis and strategic decisionmaking.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Optimized supply chain operations for reduced costs and increased efficiency.
  • Led successful turnaround efforts for underperforming divisions or subsidiaries, restoring profitability within tight timeframes.
  • Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
  • Secured advantageous partnerships and collaborations to co-develop cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
  • Nurtured key strategic partnerships that resulted in enhanced product offerings and expanded customer base.
  • Orchestrated company-wide digital transformation, enhancing data analytics capabilities and operational agility.
  • Streamlined operational processes to boost efficiency, adopting innovative technologies and methodologies.
  • Bolstered employee engagement and reduced turnover by introducing progressive workplace policies and benefits.
  • Optimized supply chain operations for efficiency, leveraging technology to reduce lead times and costs.
  • Elevated brand visibility and market share with launch of highly successful digital marketing campaign.
  • Pioneered corporate social responsibility initiatives, significantly impacting community development and sustainability.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and rewarding exceptional performance.
  • Amplified customer satisfaction and loyalty through introduction of customer-centric service model.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.

Franchise Owner

Fort Lauderdale United FC
2025 - Current

Minority investor in Fort Lauderdale United Women’s Professional Soccer Franchise of the United Soccer League Gainbridge Super League inclusive of all youth soccer and volleyball clubs, concessions, merchandise, concerts and ancillary events.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hillside New Tech
Durham, NC

Executive Education Program - Business Negotiation

Duke University Fuqua School of Business
Durham, North Carolina, NC
2024

Executive Education Program - Business Management

Duke University Fuqua School of Business
Durham, North Carolina, NC
2023

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Planning and execution
  • Vendor relations
  • Business marketing
  • Business management and development
  • Operations management
  • Business development
  • Financial management
  • Cost control and analysis
  • Business growth and retention
  • Strategic planning
  • Budget management
  • Staff hiring
  • Financial planning
  • New business launch
  • Negotiation
  • Staffing
  • Employee performance management
  • Opportunity identification
  • Payroll administration
  • Financial administration
  • Employee development
  • Human resources administration
  • Human resources management
  • Team building
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Entrepreneurial leadership
  • Vision implementation
  • Sales oversight
  • Accounting oversight
  • Business operations leadership
  • New market research
  • Customer service
  • Customer service management
  • Decision-making
  • Business management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer relations
  • Customer retention
  • Relationship building
  • Team leadership
  • Marketing strategies
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Sales tracking
  • Desktops, laptops, and mobile devices
  • Inventory tracking and management
  • Staff management
  • Goal setting
  • Inventory control
  • Sound judgment
  • Delegating work
  • Business growth initiatives
  • Price structuring
  • Management team building
  • Scheduling
  • Inventory management
  • Staff development

Timeline

CEO

The Dankery
2017 - Current

Franchise Owner

Fort Lauderdale United FC
2025 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hillside New Tech

Executive Education Program - Business Negotiation

Duke University Fuqua School of Business

Executive Education Program - Business Management

Duke University Fuqua School of Business
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