At Avendra, we gather the industry’s most knowledgeable and skilled associates to serve on our team. Our associate base includes former hotel general managers, Culinary Institute of America-trained chefs, commodity and contracting experts and data analysts to name a few. Each associate has mastered specific areas of subject matter expertise. Together, we leverage our knowledge and experience to provide you with comprehensive solutions.
Meet the Avendra Consulting Services (ACS) Experts
When you work with an Avendra associate, you are working with a well-trained, seasoned and knowledgeable professional.
Robert L. Waggoner
Senior Vice President, Sales and Customer Care
As Senior Vice President of Sales and Customer Care, Robert Waggoner oversees all Avendra customer facing aspects of business. Robert has 10 years tenure on the Avendra Leadership Team and more than 20 years experience in management consulting, with specialized knowledge in operations improvement and supply chain management. Robert formed ACS in 2004.
Cory Dellinger
Director, Avendra Consulting Services
Cory Dellinger brings to extensive supply chain management experience with specialized knowledge in international seafood procurement to ACS. Cory previously held a position focused on category management with US Foods corporate headquarters. He also brings lengthy operational experience in restaurants, hotels and catering operations. He is a Culinary Institute of America graduate.
Karen Holden
Vice President, Quality Assurance and Operational Analysis
With 25 years of experience in Foodservice and Hospitality, Karen Holden leads Avendra’s Quality Assurance and Operational Analysis team efforts. Her extensive experience in hospitality includes multi-unit management with HMS Host and 10 years with Marriott in distribution and quality assurance. Karen is a Charter Associate with Avendra, joining as Quality Assurance Director and lead in product cuttings. She is a graduate of University of Florida Business School and Baltimore’s International Culinary College.
Herman Schumacher
Vice President, Strategic Accounts and Field Support
Herman Schumacher’s foodservice experience includes 30 years in the restaurant, hotel and cruise industries including positions as Executive Chef, Regional F&B Director and General Manager. Herman joined Avendra in 2005 as Director of F&B Consulting. He is a Johnson and Wales University graduate.
To learn more about Avendra Consulting Services, call 866-AVENDRA or click here to email an ACS representative.