Patrick Yearout is an accomplished professional in the hospitality industry with a Bachelor's of Arts in Business Administration from Western Washington University and an extensive background in restaurant management. With his expertise in restaurant management and business administration, Patrick has held various leadership positions, including the Director of Innovation at Ivar's Restaurants and President at Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers, where he mentored several industry professionals. He also served as a Board Member in the Food Advisory Board at Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, Employer Advisory Board at Farestart, and Education Foundation at Washington Restaurant Association. Additionally, Patrick was a Restaurant Co-Owner, Operator, and Corporate Financial Analyst in various other companies, including Seawest Sub Shops and Dain Bosworth Inc.

Patrick Yearout's experience shows his strengths in business administration, leadership, restaurant management, financial analysis, and strategic planning. His expertise and contributions to the hospitality industry have established him as a mentor to several professionals in the field.