Tom Parrish

Experience

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  Tractor Supply Company

  May 1993 - Jun 2005

  Began my career at Tractor Supply Company as an Assistant Buyer, and was promoted to Buyer in 1995. As a buyer I was responsible for managing the Merchandising and Marketing functions for 6 departments. This included developing a comprehensive, strategic business plan aimed at increasing market share, while achieving budgeted plans for sales, gross margin and inventory. In this role I successfully developed and launched private lable brands in Livestock Feed, Equestrian Products, Pet Supplies, and Men's Apparel. Twice earning the Buyer of the Year award in 1997 and 1998. Show less

  • Vice President, Supply Chain Management

    Jun 2003 - Jun 2005

  • Vice President, Division Merchandise Manager

    Mar 1999 - May 2003

  • Buyer

    May 1993 - Mar 1999
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  Pathways Management

  May 2005 - Dec 2019

  Founder

  Founder of an independent consulting practice created to provide executive management solutions for businesses and non-profit organizations. Services include interim and part-time executive leadership, strategic planning, project management, organizational development, and operations management.

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  The Human Capital Group

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2019

  Senior Advisor

  The Human Capital Group, Inc., a Gallagher Company, was launched in 2000 with a mission to serve clients—attracting and acquiring the most qualified leaders in less time and at a greater value than our industry peers.

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  Scarlett Family Foundation

  Nov 2007 - now

  Chief Operating Officer

  The Scarlett Family Foundation, is a 501c3 private foundation established in 2005 which supports Middle Tennessee students through scholarships, grants and funding for educational programs.Chief Operating Officer (July 2016 - present)Managing the day-to-day operations and relationships with grant seekers, recipients, and key business partners.Executive Director (November 2007 - June 2016)Served as the chief administrator charged with carrying out the mission and representing the foundation in the community. Reporting to the board of directors, responsibilities included the administrative leadership for the daily operations of the foundation. Other responsibilities include marketing and managing the college scholarship program and education grants. Show less