Ryann Leonard
About Ryann Leonard
Ryann Leonard serves as the Senior Director of Global Restaurant Operations and Enablement at Slice, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in sales and operations, she has previously worked in various roles at SinglePlatform and Stew Leonard's.
Work at Slice
Ryann Leonard currently serves as the Senior Director of Global Restaurant Operations and Enablement at Slice, a position held since 2021. Prior to this role, Leonard was the Director of Global Restaurant Operations and Enablement at Slice from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, Leonard worked as the Director of Sales from 2016 to 2020. This extensive experience at Slice highlights a focus on enhancing restaurant operations and driving sales strategies within the organization.
Previous Experience at SinglePlatform
Before joining Slice, Ryann Leonard worked at SinglePlatform in various roles. Leonard started as a Business Analyst from 2012 to 2013, followed by a position as Senior Business Analyst from 2013 to 2014. Leonard then transitioned to a Sales Manager role from 2014 to 2015, and subsequently served as Senior Sales Manager in Direct Sales from 2015 to 2016. This progression demonstrates a solid foundation in both analytical and sales functions.
Internships and Early Career
Ryann Leonard gained early career experience through internships at Stew Leonard's and ZemoGA, Inc. Leonard worked as a Catering Consultant at Stew Leonard's in 2008 and later as a Public Relations Intern in 2009. Additionally, Leonard served as a Sales and Marketing Intern at Stew Leonard's Wine and Spirits in 2010 and as a Marketing Intern at ZemoGA, Inc. in 2011. These roles contributed to the development of foundational skills in marketing and public relations.
Education and Expertise
Ryann Leonard holds an Executive MBA from NYU Stern School of Business, completed in 2023. Leonard also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Sales from Elon University from 2008 to 2012. Further educational experience includes studying at Richmond, The American International University in London in 2010 and attending Greens Farms Academy from 2004 to 2008. This educational background supports a strong expertise in business operations and marketing strategies.