Jeff played a major role in the founding and subsequent rapid growth and success of US Beef. Along with his father, Bob Davis, they opened their first Arby’s restaurant in 1969, and were one of the pioneer Arby’s franchisees. Assuming the role of CEO in 1995, Jeff drove a rapid expansion strategy. He has received numerous awards for his leadership and growth of the Arby’s system over the years, including Arby’s Franchisee of the Year Award, and Arby’s Maverick Award for innovation. Jeff will serve as the Chairman of the National Restaurant Association in 2017.

John began his career with US Beef in 1975, starting as a crew person, and has held various positions with the company, including Director of Operations and Vice President of Development. In 2010, John was Chairman of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association Executive Committee and is an active member of the Association’s Board of Directors. He also serves on the Arby’s Foundation Board and the Arby’s Restaurant Group Building Council.

Brett had served US Beef as its Chief Financial Officer since 1995, and has played a significant role in the growth of US Beef. He has previously served as Chairman of the Arby’s Supply Chain Cooperative (ARCOP) Board of Trustees, based in Atlanta. And in September, 2016, he was named Chairman of the Arby’s Franchise Association Board of Directors.

Lori joined US Beef in 1995, and under her influential leadership, has been directly responsible for developing financial business tools and software that are essential in managing the business operations for US Beef’s restaurants. Lori is currently a member of Financial Executive International and serves on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Oklahoma and as Chairman of the JA Tulsa Region Board. Lori Pumphrey was recently elected to Treasurer of the Arby’s Supply Chain Cooperative (ARCOP) Board of Trustees.

Bo began working as a crew member at US Beef during summers in high school. After graduating from the University of Missouri in 2005, he returned to US Beef and began working his way up in management and to his current position of Chief Operating Officer, providing direction and guidance to the operational activities of the organization.

Rick began his career with US Beef in 1984 as a restaurant crew person. He has worked his way through the organization as a restaurant manager, district manager, regional director, vice president and senior vice president. He has been instrumental in the successful growth of US Beef. He has designed and developed specific operating procedures that increase food safety profitability and quality. He also serves on the ARG Operations Council, whose job is to develop and review restaurant operations across the country.

Although Tim began his career with US Beef in 2008, he literally started his career in the QSR industry when he was 16 years old. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and many years of QSR leadership on his resume, Tim was a Fast Track manager with US Beef and climbed quickly through the ranks of GM, DM, RDO and ultimately, Vice President of Operations. He orchestrates cross functional teams at US Beef and is also the marketing liaison for Operations.

Since joining US Beef in 2007, Lynn has directed the real estate development process for the company’s Arby’s and Taco Bueno restaurant locations. She also plays an integral role in landlord and franchisor relations, as well as in the execution of asset acquisitions. Prior to 2007, Lynn practiced law in Oklahoma, both in private practice and as in-house counsel to publicly traded companies. In the latter capacity, she led a 25 employee legal and contract management division. A Tulsa native, Lynn has served on multiple community non-profit boards.

Fred joined US Beef in 2010 as Sr. Director of Marketing. He had previously been VP, Advertising & Communications at Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, a Fortune 1000 Company. Prior to that, Fred was President of Advertising, Incorporated (Ad Inc), one of the Southwest’s top ten advertising agencies in the ‘90’s. He is responsible for crisis communications, corporate meetings, and building communication channels to facilitate communications with US Beef’s more than 7,500 employees and all media channels.

Following a very successful 22 year career with the Coca Cola Company in Southern California, where she held various sales and marketing positions, Lynn joined The Bailey Company, an Arby’s franchisee in Denver, Colorado, where she was responsible for the overall performance of the company, and all marketing and media initiatives. After US Beef acquired The Bailey Company’s Arby’s restaurants in December, 2013, Lynn moved to Tulsa and now serves as its VP, Marketing, orchestrating all marketing and media channels for Arby’s largest franchisee.

Kim began her career with US Beef in April, 2005. After holding several key roles in the life & health insurance industry working for Prudential for over ten years, she took a brokerage position with Lockton Dunning Benefits in Dallas as a health and welfare consultant. She returned to her hometown of Tulsa in 1999 to join Marsh & McLennan, where she held the position of Sr. Vice President, consulting on health, welfare, casualty and risk. At Marsh, she took the lead role as the senior account executive for US Beef. Kim’s expertise is in the areas of employee benefits, employment practices and corporate risk.

Jeff joined US Beef in 2007 as Sr. Director of Technology and in 2010 was promoted to Vice President of Technology. Prior to coming to US Beef, Jeff was a senior IT manager at CITGO Petroleum Corporation, leading technology efforts, including ERP software implementations in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Ecuador. At US Beef, Jeff is responsible for defining and executing US Beef’s technology strategy, helping improve operational effectiveness throughout the company. He also serves on the Arby’s Technology Council, providing technology leadership for the entire Arby’s system.

Syed is a genuine success story at US Beef. Beginning his career path as a part time closer in January, 1987, Syed’s commitment to guest service quickly caught the eye of US Beef CEO John Davis and promotions soon followed. First, Assistant Manager, then Manager, and by 1993, Syed was a District Manager. In 1999, he moved to St. Louis as Regional Director of Operations after US Beef acquired that market. He has mentored and developed over 75 managers since 1987, and helped open over 45 new restaurants in the US Beef footprint. He was promoted to VP of Operations in July 2015.

Angela began her career with US Beef in February, 2001 as the Accounting Manager. After graduating from Oklahoma State in 1995, Angela worked as an auditor for a private firm and a financial analyst in banking before making her way to US Beef. In her current role as Controller, Angela is responsible for the accounting operations at US Beef, to include the issuance of financial statements. She oversees the management of reporting, treasury, fixed assets, accounts payable, payroll and purchasing.

After graduating in 2001 from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in marketing, Ashley began his career in Bentonville, Arkansas, as a Market Analyst for Walmart. In July, 2006, he started with US Beef as an Assistant Manager at a Tulsa Arby’s, and spent nine years in restaurant operations, being promoted often, and eventually leading the Tulsa region as its Regional Director. He was then asked to make a transition to Real Estate and Development, where he currently works on site selection, lease and purchase negotiations, and franchise development guidelines.