Red Lobster Names Larry Konecny as Chief Operating Officer
Larry Konecny, Chief Operating Officer, Red Lobster ● Photo Credit: Red Lobster
ORLANDO, Fla., November 5, 2024 (VSNewsNetwork.com) – Restaurant company, Red Lobster, has appointed Larry Konecny as Chief Operating Officer (COO). According to the company, In this role, Konecny will oversee operational strategy for Red Lobster’s 545 locations across the United States and Canada. Reporting directly to CEO Damola Adamolekun, he will focus on improving food quality, customer service, and operational efficiency, as well as fostering a team-focused culture.
"Larry brings an exceptional combination of operational expertise, a passion for developing high-performing teams, and a genuine understanding of what it takes to build strong restaurant brands. As Red Lobster advances on its comeback journey, having a world-class operations leader is essential. Larry's impressive track record and authentic leadership style make him the perfect fit for this role," said Adamolekun.
Konecny has 30 years of experience in restaurant operations having previously served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Concept Officer at Maggiano's Little Italy, where he led the brand through a period of record-breaking sales and profit growth. As Vice President of Innovation & Restaurant Support at Maggiano's, Konecny directed a menu transformation and developed strategies to boost lunch traffic.
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"I am honored to join Red Lobster at such an important moment in its history. Red Lobster is a cherished brand, known for its exceptional food and dedicated people. With a solid foundation already in place, we are poised for an exciting comeback. I look forward to working with this talented team to drive our shared success and shape the future of this iconic brand," said Konecny.
Konecny holds an MBA from North Central College and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Houston. He also serves on the Dean's Advisory Board for the University of Houston Hilton School of Hospitality and the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools.
For more information, visit www.redlobster.com.
Source: Red Lobster Seafood Co.
