Andy Sullivan

Background

Job Description

I have the opportunity to lead the Finance and Accounting functions across a portfolio of brands with responsibility over FP&A activities, strategic planning and opportunity assessment, partnering with the COO to drive sales, continuously looking for ways to improve and work with others on the senior leadership team to deliver outstanding results

Company Description

Across three different brands the organizations each deliver exceptional quality food and service to customers in the Seattle area while caring for employees and the communities they serve

Employment History

I started my career in the banking industry with Washington Mutual building skills in roles across finance, corporate strategy, and process improvement (leveraging Six Sigma methodology) before I transitioned to consulting, first at Moss Adams then as part of a startup firm I helped launch. When I returned to school for my MBA as an evening student I joined the Starbucks finance function with roles within the brand (Seattle's Best Coffee) and then in corporate finance. After 11 years with Starbucks I joined startup Misfits Market for a brief stint before my current role.

Education

BA Business Administration, Seattle Pacific University, MBA University of Washington Foster School of Business

Mentoring Objectives & Scope

My value is placed on getting to know the individual, career aspirations, and seeking to provide guidance and direction.

When and where do you hold meetings with your students?

Hybrid (mix of in-person and virtual) - On or near campus