Kelly Mc Kenney
About Kelly Mc Kenney
Kelly Mc Kenney serves as the Head of Operations for Restaurant Technologies at SoundHound AI, a position held since 2023. With a background in technology management and data analysis in the restaurant industry, Mc Kenney has previously worked at Flynn Restaurant Group and TravelCenters of America, and holds dual Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Political Science from The Ohio State University.
Current Role at SoundHound AI
Kelly Mc Kenney serves as the Head of Operations for Restaurant Technologies at SoundHound AI. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the development and management of technology solutions tailored for the restaurant industry. Her role involves overseeing operational strategies and ensuring the effective implementation of technology to enhance restaurant performance.
Previous Experience in Restaurant Technology
Prior to her current role, Kelly Mc Kenney worked at Flynn Restaurant Group in various capacities. She served as Technology Manager for the PAN American Group from 2017 to 2019, and later as Senior Technology Manager for the RB American Group and WEND American Group from 2019 to 2022. Her experience in these roles focused on integrating technology solutions to improve operational efficiency within restaurant environments.
Early Career in Data Management
Kelly began her career as a Data Management Associate at EY in 2014, where she worked for seven months in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area. Following this role, she was employed as a Restaurant Systems Data Analyst at TravelCenters of America from 2016 to 2017. These positions provided her with foundational skills in data analysis and management within the restaurant sector.
Educational Background
Kelly Mc Kenney earned two Bachelor’s Degrees from The Ohio State University, studying Economics and Political Science. She completed her studies from 2010 to 2014, gaining a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and political systems, which contribute to her analytical skills in her professional roles.