Patti Lynn Walker
About Patti Lynn Walker
Patti Lynn Walker is the Marketing Director at Restaurant365 Software with extensive experience in marketing and operations in the restaurant industry.
Current Role at Restaurant365 Software
Patti Lynn Walker serves as the Marketing Director at Restaurant365 Software. In her current role, she is responsible for overseeing all marketing initiatives, fostering brand growth, and driving customer engagement for the company.
Previous Positions and Experience
Patti has an extensive background in marketing and operations within the restaurant industry. She was the Director of Marketing at Murphy Adams Restaurant Group from 2014 to 2016 and served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Restaurant Freedom from 2009 to 2013. Patti also held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Quay Restaurant Group, Inc., dba Texadelphia for 11 years. Additionally, she worked as an Account Executive and Account Supervisor at GSD&M from 1994 to 1997 and as an Account Executive at The Richards Group from 1992 to 1994.
Educational Background
Patti Lynn Walker earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Advertising from Southern Methodist University, completing her studies between 1989 and 1992. She also attended UC Santa Barbara for one year from 1988 to 1989.
Strategic Initiatives and Campaigns
Throughout her career, Patti has led significant strategic branding and marketing efforts. One notable achievement includes expanding Mama Fu's Asian House from 8 to over 20 locations. She also developed and executed the 'Conspiracy' campaign for Texadelphia, garnering local, regional, and national awards. During her tenure at Chili's Grill & Bar, she played a key role in refining the concept focus and contributing to the creation of the 'I Want My Baby Back' jingle.
Systems Implementation and Corporate Policies
Patti has successfully implemented complex new systems for brands like Chili's Grill & Bar, Texadelphia, and Restaurant Freedom, managing vendor engagement, project planning, change management, and communication strategies. She has also launched new corporate policies to align business processes with system implementations, ensuring efficiency and consistency within the organizations.