Anirban (Shona) Choudhury

410-309-0831 (Residence)
443-538-7735 (Cellular)
E-Mail: shonachoudhury@yahoo.com

Columbia
MD 21046

SENIOR MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Strategic and results-oriented operations professional with more than 20 years of experience driving high
volume, fast-paced operations across a wide spectrum of industries. Authentic leader with the ability to
inspire trust, clarify purpose, align organizational systems, unleash individual talents, and build longstanding, collaborative relationships throughout all tiers of an organization. Consistently manages budgets
of up to $150M and devises effective strategies that solve business concerns and outperform the
competition.
Areas of Expertise

Strategic Planning Training & Development Analysis Multiunit Operations Teambuilding Market
Share Performance Management Forecasting Budget Management P&L Statements .Union Negotiation

Professional Experience
Rent-A-Center, PA
District Manager
Aug 2015 - Present
Managing high volume multiple retail showrooms throughout Pennsylvania Region.
In charge of hiring and training, sales and marketing, safety, inventory and shrinkage.
Sears Roebuck, MD
District Manager
Dec 2014- Aug 2015
Managing the automotive department with 14 high volume automotive centers in the DC/VA area
with a volume of 45 million dollars a year.
AMF Bowling Center, Baltimore, MD
District Manager

May 2005 Sept 2014

Pilot operations of 11 high-volume centers in Baltimore and Washington D.C. area. Maximize revenue and
cash flow through efficient use of people, processes, and planning. Train and develop associates to provide
optimal guest experiences. Recruit, hire, and train center managers. Create customized sales and marketing
plans for each location. Evaluate financial progress and performance and develop appropriate action plans.
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures for alcoholic beverage sales and consumption, food safety, and
health/sanitation. Architect policies and procedures in compliance with organizational vision. Implement
preventive maintenance programs at each facility. Propose major capital projects in budgeting process.
During the last couple of year of my tenor I was training to be the next Regional Vice President.

Increased sales volume by 4% in a struggling district.

Expanded loyal customer base by 5%. Improved customer satisfaction ratios by 12%.

Received District Manager of the Year award.

Extended Stay America Hotel, Baltimore MD

District Manager

April 2002-May 2005

Oversaw 7 hotels in Maryland and Virginia. Hired and trained all management personnel. Conducted
extensive P&L analysis and accounts payable and receivable. Managed all revenue and sales and marketing
initiatives with emphasis on unique brand positioning. Facilitated opening of new properties.

Honored with District Manager of the Year award.

Increased district profit by 35%
Raised customer satisfaction by more than 15%. Expanded market share by more than 25%.
Maintained 98% occupancy and turned $250K annual loss into $650K gain.

National Car Rental

Director of Operations for National Car Rental & Alamo Car Rental

Jan 1989- April 2002

Started with the company as a Station Manager then got promoted to Operations Manager, City
Manager, Regional Manager and then to Director of Operations.
As a City Manager, managed LAX operation- the largest operation in North America
Promoted to Manage both National Car Rental & Alamo Rent A Car in Canadian Operation
Directly responsible for 4 Airports and 18 Off-Airports operations
Managing 25 managers and supervisors and approximately 300 hourly employees
Responsible for Fleet & Distribution Departments with a fleet of 5,000 cars and trucks
Conducted budgetary preparation and extensive P&L analysis. Well versed in Union environment and
negotiations.
Increased airport market share by 9% by maintaining 97% utilization.

Reduced operating and turn back cost by $57 per car, nearly 42%.

Opened many new rental locations

Increased Market Share by 9%

Wendys Restaurant, Brea, California

May 1987- Dec 1989
Area Manager
Managed 4 fast food restaurants
Directly responsible for hiring and training GM/AGM. Budget preparation as well as P & L analysis.
Marriott Hotel, Anaheim, California
Food & Beverage Manager
Managed two restaurants and room service operations for a large convention hotel
Handled corporate functions / clients in a fine dining environment
Involved in extensive planning and organizing
EDUCATION
Basic Computer Operations and Programming
Computer Learning Centre Anaheim, CA
Hotel Management Certification
Marriott Hotel Management Training
Bachelor of Commerce with concentration in Accounting & Business Management
University of Calcutta West Bengal, Calcutta, India

June 1983-May 1987