Career Progression Pathways 3 Pillars of Progression 1) Leading Self 2) Leading People 3) Leading Business 5 Stages to Advancement 1) Competencies 2) Personality 3) Ambitions 4) Experiences 5) Career Path 1) Sense of Urgency 2) Self Confidence 37% of executives found early career restaurant jobs to be essential 47% of executives gained leadership experience in operations 4 Personality Traits 40% of executives switched functions during C-suite tenure C-Level Executives ✓ Took Risks ✓ Followed Development Plans ✓ Accelerated Across Functional Leadership Development Opportunities Training Stretch Assignments Networks Cross-functional Experience Personal Development Plan Personal Advocate Trusted Colleague Leadership Outcomes Deliver Results Know Critical Functions Learn to Build Develop Broad Knowledge Establish Purpose Core Competencies • Initiative • Communication & Listening • Awareness & Insight • Building Trust • Building High-Performing Teams • Building Networks • Coaching & Mentoring • Influence & Diplomacy • Risk-Taking • Strategic Thinking • Business & Financial Acumen • Driving for Results Data compiled from 2014 WFF “A Road Map to the C-Suite” study. For more information, visit womensfoodserviceforum.com/CPWhitePaper ©2015 Rich Products Corporation 3) Emotional Stability 4) Open to New Experiences