Rick Hausman
About Rick Hausman
Rick Hausman serves as the Region President for the Southeast at US Foods, bringing extensive experience in client services, operations, and leadership from various roles in the telecommunications and food service industries.
Current Role at US Foods
Rick Hausman serves as the Region President for the Southeast at US Foods, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and driving sales strategies within the Southeast region. His leadership focuses on enhancing client relationships and improving customer experience across the region.
Previous Experience at US Foods
Prior to his current role, Rick Hausman worked at US Foods as the Region President for the Northeast from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, he served as Area President from 2020 to 2021. His tenure at US Foods involved implementing regional sales strategies and managing local operations to optimize performance.
Career Background in Telecommunications
Rick Hausman has extensive experience in the telecommunications sector, having held various roles at Sprint Nextel and Clearwire. He served as Senior Director of Client Services at Sprint Nextel from 2005 to 2006, and as Senior Director of Customer Operations from 2002 to 2005. At Clearwire, he held multiple positions, including Vice President of Account Management and Operations from 2011 to 2013, and Vice President of Operations from 2009 to 2011.
Military Service and Education
Rick Hausman began his career in the US Army, serving as a Captain from 1992 to 1999. He studied at the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. He also completed the Executive Leadership Program in Strategic Business Leadership at Georgetown University.
Expertise in Operations and Financial Management
Rick Hausman possesses a strong background in operations management and financial planning. He has experience in systems development and integration using Agile methodologies. His expertise includes M&A processes, financial planning, budget management, and developing initiatives that enhance sales acquisition and customer experience.