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Zach Rosenblum
Fractional General Manager
Born & raised in the fast-paced energy of New York City, I am passionate about the intersection of hospitality, business, & technology. My background spans corporate organizations, notable restaurants, and early-stage startups.
Currently, partnering with founders and executive leadership across 10+ tech firms, CPG brands, and hospitality businesses, focused on outcomes related to revenue, cost savings, and efficiency, alongside improvements in customer acquisition and retention. My experi…
Testimonials
Zach is the epitome of a true strategic thinker, teammate, and thought leader, and I am incredibly grateful to have worked alongside him. His ability to strategically drive results and thoughtfully optimize output is invaluable to a business at any stage of growth. After being able to watch and learn from Zach’s approach to client relations and all things business development, I often ask myself “What would Zach do?”
Maggie Bode
Sr. Manager, Client Success, Alfred
Work
Experience
Zach Rosenblum Initiatives
Founder + Chief Growth Strategist
Jul 2020 - Present
Partnering with founders and executive leadership across 10+ tech firms, CPG brands, and hospitality businesses, focused on outcomes related to revenue, cost savings, and efficiency, alongside improvements in customer acquisition and retention.
- I've supported clients to raise multiple rounds of capital ($1-7M), achieved 30%+ revenue growth / reduction in costs, and built + executed scalable growth strategies for every client engagement.
Alfred
VP of Growth
May 2016 - May 2023
North America's leading resident-centric, tech powered operating platform that also directly manages rental properties, delivering a 'next generation' living experience to renters. Previous roles: Director, Growth & Client Services, Sr. Manager, Client Services & Expansion, National Account Exec, Regional Operations Manager.
- As an early-stage hire, #13, I shifted ops from B2C to B2B in two markets with <$100k ARR. Over 7 years, I launched 6+ products, expanded to all U.S. cities, led 3 acquisitions, and helped grow the team to 350+, raise $205M, and reach $42M ARR.
Instrata Residences
Director of Concierge Services
Jun 2015 - May 2016
Leading 'hotel-style' urban apartment living developed by Invesco Real Estate.
- Joined Invesco's team as they pioneered hotel-style living in urban apartments, setting new luxury standards. Managed a hospitality team of 5 to deliver concierge services to 2000 residents in 5 NYC buildings.
Multiple Restaurant Groups
Operations Analyst to Assistant GM
May 2006 - May 2015
My passion for hospitality ignited at 15 years old, launching a 9-year career in the restaurant industry that spanned a multi-concept national group to intimate regional venues across New York City and the Hamptons. My journey through various roles has equipped me with a unique perspective on the magic of hospitality.
- My competitive advantage lies in my extensive experience in the restaurant industry, and each day reinforces the lasting impact it has had on my career.