Christy Patel
About Christy Patel
Christy Patel serves as the Director of Member Excellence at US Foods, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in various sales and support roles within the company, she has a strong background in improving efficiency and productivity through automation and process enhancement.
Work at US Foods
Christy Patel has held various positions at US Foods since 1995, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to the organization. Currently, she serves as the Director of Member Excellence, a role she has occupied since 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. Prior to this, she worked as the National Sales Manager from 2018 to 2020 in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. Her previous roles include Director of Healthcare Systems, Director of Sales Support, and District Sales Manager, among others. Throughout her tenure, she has acted as a business advisor and industry expert, focusing on Process and Performance Excellence for GPO members.
Education and Expertise
Christy Patel studied Business Administration and Management at Austin Community College, where she earned an Associate’s Degree from 1996 to 1998. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in sales and management within the food service industry. She has a passion for digital storytelling and utilizes metadata to analyze data-driven phenomena. This expertise contributes to her ability to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability through automation and process improvement.
Background
Christy Patel's career at US Foods began in 1995, where she initially served as the Director of Customer Relations for 15 years in Austin, Texas. Over the years, she progressed through various roles, including Manager of National Sales & Service and Area Director of Sales Support. Her diverse experience across different regions and positions within the company has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the food service industry and sales operations.
Achievements
Throughout her career at US Foods, Christy Patel has established a proven track record of enhancing efficiency, productivity, and profitability. She has implemented automation and process improvement initiatives that have positively impacted the organization. As a change agent for Process and Performance Excellence, she has played a significant role in advising GPO members and contributing to the overall success of US Foods.
Current Ventures
In addition to her role at US Foods, Christy Patel is a co-owner of Horizon Specialty Market, a position she has held since 2019 in Plano, Texas. This venture allows her to apply her extensive experience in the food service industry while exploring her interests in entrepreneurship and market development.