Heidi Barron
About Heidi Barron
Heidi Barron serves as the Vice President of Store Development, Facilities, and Procurement at Oportun, where she has worked since 2015. With a background in restaurant management and architecture, she specializes in team building and strategic problem-solving across various industries.
Work at Oportun
Heidi Barron has served as the Vice President of Store Development, Facilities, and Procurement at Oportun since 2015. In this role, she oversees the strategic planning and execution of store development initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company's growth objectives. Her responsibilities include managing facilities and procurement processes to support operational efficiency. Barron has been instrumental in enhancing customer satisfaction through effective team collaboration and project management.
Previous Experience at Peet's Coffee & Tea
Prior to her current role, Heidi Barron worked at Peet's Coffee & Tea as the Director of Store Transformation from 2007 to 2014. During her seven years in this position, she focused on transforming store operations to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. Her leadership contributed to the development of innovative strategies that enhanced the brand's presence in the competitive coffee market.
Background in Restaurant Management
Heidi Barron began her career in the restaurant industry, working at Taco Bell as a Zone Manager in Operation Services from 1988 to 1996. Over eight years, she gained experience in managing multi-unit operations, which laid the foundation for her expertise in operational management across various sectors. This role provided her with insights into team dynamics and operational efficiencies that she has applied throughout her career.
Educational Qualifications
Heidi Barron holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Hotel and Restaurant Management from the University of Denver, where she studied from 1985 to 1988. Additionally, she pursued studies in Architecture at the University of Oregon from 1983 to 1985. Her educational background equips her with a diverse skill set applicable to her roles in store development and management.
Specializations and Skills
Heidi Barron specializes in building high-performing teams that excel in cross-functional collaboration. She demonstrates strategic problem-solving skills, focusing on timely and fiscally responsible solutions. Barron possesses proven expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously and has extensive experience in overseeing multi-unit operations across diverse industries, including restaurant, retail, and financial services.