Carl Hauch
Transformational CEO, Board Member and Operating Partner
I partner with boards and private equity sponsors to scale, stabilise, and transform complex, multi-site businesses — driving EBITDA growth, executing M&A, and preparing organisations for exit or accelerated expansion.
* $6B+ P&L leadership
* 4,000+ locations operated
* 50,000+ team members led
* CEO • COO • Board roles
* PE-backed, high-growth & Fortune 500
Availability
Currently available for:
* CEO / Interim CEO roles
* Independent board appointments
* Operating partner mandates
Where I add the most value
* Scaling and stabilising complex, multi-site organisations
* EBITDA expansion through disciplined execution
* M&A integration and post-acquisition scaling
*Executive and field leadership development
*Board and investor partnership
*IPO, exit, or next-phase readiness
Representative Experience
Club Car Wash - CEO and Board Member
NPC International (Wendy's Division) - President and CEO
Barnes and Noble - Co CEO / Head of Stores
Advance Auto Parts - Customer Experience Officer, Head of Operations
Starbucks (US, Australia, & Europe) - Managing Director / VP Operations
Geography & focus
Australia / UK / United States
Retail / Healthcare Services / Automotive / Hospitality / Consumer Platforms
mobile: +1-303-875-2270