Kelli Kiramarios, Operating Partner, collaborating with our owner-operator to lead our Kernan and Hodges locations. With 27 years in the restaurant industry, Kelli has consistently driven team growth and operational excellence.
Her journey began with an Accounting degree from the University of Florida, followed by a successful real estate career from 2008 to 2015. At Chick-fil-A, she started as a team member, quickly advancing to night lead, then night operations director, and eventually becoming the general manager. Now, she proudly serves as our operating partner. During her time at Chick-fil-A as the General Manager, she increased sales by $1 million annually, reached a $10 million professional goal, and promoted six supervisors to director level from 2022 to 2023.
At Outback Steakhouse, she managed 17 restaurants in North Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, leading new menu rollouts and training initiatives. As Director of Training for P.D.Q, she orchestrated 23 grand openings and developed a comprehensive training program, achieving positive cash flow in just 30 days.
Kelli's dedication to community service is evident through her work with Feeding Freedom, where she cooked and served 28,000 meals to U.S. military personnel in the Middle East. Her commitment to growth and double-digit profitability ensures a balanced life and career. Kelli's passion for nurturing talent and driving success continues to inspire our team.