Lisa Thorn
About Lisa Thorn
Lisa Thorn serves as the Director of National Sales at US Foods, a position she has held since 2011. With a background in accounting and project management, she has over three decades of experience in various roles across multiple companies.
Work at US Foods
Lisa Thorn has served as the Director of National Sales at US Foods since 2011. In this role, she oversees national sales strategies and initiatives, contributing to the company's growth and market presence. Her tenure of over 13 years reflects her commitment to the organization and her expertise in sales management within the food distribution industry.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Thorn studied at Elmhurst University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Administration/Business from 1979 to 1983. She also completed her secondary education at Buffalo Grove High School. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in sales and accounting, equipping her with the necessary skills for her current role.
Background
Lisa Thorn has a diverse professional background, beginning her career at Hewlett Packard as an Inside Sales Representative from 1983 to 1992. She then transitioned to Sysix Technologies, where she worked as the Director of Enterprise Computing from 1998 to 2001. Following that, she spent six years at Intertek Testing Services in various roles, including Accounting and Business Analyst/Project Manager, before moving to US Foods.
Achievements
During her career, Lisa Thorn has implemented Process Improvement Plans and assisted in the migration to a Centralized Corporate Financial Platform in 2010. She has also been responsible for documenting Standard Operating Procedures for back-office accounting functions. Her extensive experience includes resolving account issues and implementing effective accounting strategies.