Leigh Gallagher

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About Leigh Gallagher

With over 25 years of hands-on business management experience, I specialise in driving business development, multi-site operations, leadership, and coaching. I excel in developing effective strategic business plans, leveraging strong financial management expertise, and enhancing brand growth through targeted franchise management.Business development and coaching are my passions. I am enthusiastic about empowering and developing others while aiding organisational growth. In my current role at Retail Food Group, I have and coached teams across multiple businesses, achieving a 30% performance increase through tailored training programs and effective coaching. Witnessing team members'"lightbulb moments" as they grasp new concepts is immensely rewarding.I have experienced formulating and executing initiatives that revitalised underperforming sites, surpassing revenue and profit targets while identifying and capitalising on growth opportunities. With a proven background in multi-site operations, I am known for driving operational enhancements that improve efficiency. For instance, at the Intercontinental Hotel Dubai, I successfully achieved a 35% reduction in labour costs. Colleagues describe me as a positive, supportive, and efficient leader, remaining calm in stressful situations with a strong work ethic.Let's Connect:leighgallagher2601@gmail.com Or feel free to message me via LinkedIn chatBusiness Development | Coaching | Leadership | Multi-site Operations | Business Strategy & Growth | Team Leadership