TOM RUTLEDGE
Owner & Managing Partner, RDMS Group
Bio Info
Tom Rutledge is a visionary leader in the restaurant industry, combining his culinary arts training, operational expertise, and financial acumen to create exceptional food-centric operations. As the Founder & Managing Member at RDMS, LLC, Tom has dedicated his career to helping owners, executive suite members, chefs, founders, multi-unit operators, and decision makers succeed in the restaurant business. His extensive knowledge of restaurant technology, customer trends, and financial analysis makes him an ideal guest for podcasts seeking valuable insights and advice in the ever-evolving world of hospitality.
With over 20 years of collective experience in the restaurant industry, Tom and Sean Olson recognized the need for a comprehensive solution to empower owners and operators for greater success. Together, they founded RDMS Group, offering hospitality-specific accounting services, bookkeeping, purchasing, and operational analysis. Their mission is to free up management from administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on staff and guests while providing a roadmap to financial and operational triumph.
Tom's expertise in financial viability and analytics, management training, and business intelligence integration enables him to deliver game-changing strategies to enhance profitability and scalability. His deep understanding of payroll, food costing, labor analysis, budgeting, COGS trending, and loss analysis ensures that every aspect of a restaurant's financial health is meticulously analyzed and optimized. Tom is ready to share his wealth of knowledge and experience with podcast audiences seeking practical advice and actionable insights to thrive in the competitive restaurant industry.
Previous Interviews
371. Love them or Hate them, Restaurant Finances are Vital to your Success - Tom Rutledge
Restaurant Success Blueprint: Navigating the Culinary Business Landscape with Tom Rutledge
Topic Suggestions
Adapting to changing dining preferences: Navigating the shift from fine dining to casual experiences
Overcoming challenges and maximizing opportunities in the delivery economy
Understanding the true impact of sales growth on the bottom line
Anticipating and overcoming post-COVID financial hardships in the restaurant industry
Empowering innovation in restaurant operations: Unlocking creativity through financial management
Operational tools and managerial accountability: Key factors for success in running a small restaurant business
The reality of restaurant life: Tales from the trenches of a challenging industry
Technology integration woes: Bridging the gap between restaurant operations and administrative demands
Common challenges in restaurant technology adoption
Exploring effective solutions for inventory, AP, scheduling, and point of sale systems
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