1. Erica Mandell-Cascio
770 Cherokee Trail
Winterville, Georgia 30683
954.592.9467
erica.cascio910@gmail.com
SUMMARY:
Part of the team that successfully created and built two restaurant-bar brands in two separate markets;
tailored marketing strategies to attract diverse target populations. Worked inside the business creating
products with wide appeal and outside by fostering relationships in the community and attracting corporate
clients. Assured business’ success through ongoing evolution of the products and services offered and staff
education and development, staying ahead of customers’ changing tastes and demands.
EMPLOYMENT:
March 2009 - December 2015 - Square One Fish Co, Athens, GA.
Principal and General Manager. Targeted market Developed concept to address niche, and
acquired real estate. Built brand locally identifying and targeting diverse populations, managed
online presence, media and social media as well as public relations. Responsible for corporate and
group sales, event planning and execution. Developed wine list with food parings, beverage program
and menu. Oversaw operations. Building sold October 2015.
July 1993 - March 2009 - Joe’s Riverside Grille, Pompano Beach, FL
Principal and General Manager. Developed and executed concept. Built and marketed brand;
created online presence and managed media and social media and public relations. Responsible for
corporate and group sales, event planning and execution. Developed beverage program and wine list
with food pairings, and menu. Oversaw operations.
October 1989 - July 1993- Allstate Insurance Company, Boca Raton, FL
Market Underwriting Assistant. Assessed insurance risks, including homeowner, boat and auto
policies.
EDUCATION:
Florida Atlantic University Glades Road, Boca Raton, Florida, 33431
561.297.3000
2008 Bachelor of Arts: English and French Language and Literature, magna cum laude
2008 Bachelor of Arts: Interdisciplinary Arts and Humanities, magna cum laude
ADDITIONAL TRAINING:
QES- Customer Service training
Business Writing
ServSafe® Professional Food Managers Certification
Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Power Point, various Point of Sale Systems Front and Back Office
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocate for dependent children- present
Athens Downtown Development Authority Executive Board, 2010 – Present: Chair, 2011 - 2013
March of Dimes Mystery in the Gardens: Organizing Board, 2012 - 2014
Taste of the Nation- Broward County: Organizing Committee 9 years
City of Pompano Beach Fine Food and Wine Festival: Chair 3 years
DIVERSE:
Reading, distance running, cycling, swimming, yoga, history, language, food, wine, travel, music, theater and
cinema. Proficient in speaking, reading and writing French