Rana Mansour, VP of Operations
Bringing a unique blend of health care expertise, operations experience and communications skills to every project she oversees, Rana Mansour stands as an exemplar of the contemporary management professional, demonstrating a range of talents and perspectives as accomplished as it is diverse.
As Vice President of Operations at Fresh Dining, her extraordinary versatility is challenged each day as she oversees not only the company’s communications and routing systems, but also its customer service and sales staff, while simultaneously reviewing menus, maintaining quality control and ensuring that the ongoing dialogue between the kitchen and administrative offices is comprehensive and constructive.
In a sense, it’s a position that Mansour has been training for over her entire career. Her experience in the health and wellness sector is principally based on her positions as the founder and owner/practitioner of the Noor Total Health Center. Operating in the vanguard of health care professionals working to integrate the venerable traditions of Eastern medicine into the lifestyles and health management practices of its forward-looking Southern California clientele, the Noor Center specializes in acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, nutrition and Reiki. The Noor Center represents Mansour’s commitment to providing a truly holistic approach to physical and mental well-being, a methodology she acquired and refined throughout her course of study at the Emperor’s College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in Santa Monica, from which she earned her Master’s degree, graduating summa cum laude. In addition to her founding of and work with the Noor Center, Mansour developed and managed the acupuncture program for the Meyer Family Health Care chiropractic office, not only providing services to patients, but training the office staff and familiarizing them with the unique records and billing practices required for acupuncture patients.
Mansour is no stranger to such oversight and management challenges, having spent over seventeen years in management and operations, gaining experience in the financial, manufacturing and retail sectors. While refining her skills as a manager and administrator for such organizations as Oldershaw & DeMann, Parallel (a division of BCBG), A. Morgan Maree & Associates and Far Western Bank, Mansour learned the intricacies of such industries as garment manufacturing, residential design, financial consulting and loan processing. A two year stint as co-owner and administrator of a popular Johnny Rockets franchise served to give her hands-on experience in the demanding food service industry, and sharpen the entrepreneurial acumen that would find its fullest expression in the creation of the Noor Center. Throughout her career, Mansour has showcased a tireless dedication to forthright, staff-oriented communications policies and practices, taking direct responsibility for training new hires and encouraging respectful and proactive resolution of intra-staff differences.
Mansour earned her Associate’s degree in manufacturing from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, graduating with a perfect 4.0 grade point average, an auspicious beginning to the journey that has ultimately brought her to Fresh Dining, providing an ideal outlet for her distinctive balance of communications, management and health service skills.
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The Freshology Team
- Todd DeMann, Founder and CEO
- As one of the leading managers and entrepreneurs in Southern California’s competitive hospitality and lifestyle sectors, Todd DeMann’s passion for innovation and excellence has been the guiding spirit behind both Fresh Dining and his several prior successful endeavors.
read more > - Bruce Knight, COO
- With over twenty years of experience in the food and beverage industry, Bruce Knight knows precisely what it takes to operate a top-notch food service organization. read more >
- Rana Mansour, VP of Operations
- Bringing a unique blend of health care expertise, operations experience and communications skills to every project she oversees, Rana Mansour stands as an exemplar of the contemporary management professional, demonstrating a range of talents and perspectives as accomplished as it is diverse. read more >
- Michael Weldon, Culinary Director, Gourmet Programs
- With a background that includes hotels, restaurants, corporations, food service management, and experience gained from working alongside some of the most renowned names in the culinary world, Michael Weldon is uniquely positioned to meet the challenges provided by a groundbreaking organization like Fresh Dining. read more >
- Raffi J. Asadourian, Culinary Director, National Programs
- As one of the most highly-regarded chefs to emerge from the Los Angeles culinary scene over the last decade, Raffi Asadourian brings a combination of rigorous training, farsighted leadership and an impeccable palate to the position of Chef de Cuisine at Fresh Dining. read more >
- Rito Vital, Culinary Director, Special Programs
- From his roots in the rich culinary traditions of his native Mexico to his experience at the upper reaches of the Los Angeles restaurant and catering industry, Rito Vital's extraordinary range of influences shapes his unique contributions as Culinary Director of Specials at Freshology. read more >
Advisory Board
- David Kramer
- David Kramer has consistently been a top producing agent representing Buyers and Sellers of major estates and unique properties throughout the Westside for 20 years. His expertise and talent have made him a recognized leader in the real estate industry. read more >
- Karl Hingel
- freshdining™ has retained the advisory services of Karl Hingel for the purpose of assembling, examining, evaluating and documenting the fresh business processes and procedures. read more >
- John P. Roberts, Senior Vice President, Interactive & Digital Media, GSN
- The visionary behind the launch of GSN’s groundbreaking interactive television services, John P. Roberts, GSN’s Senior Vice President, Interactive and Digital Media is recognized throughout the industry as an iTV pioneer. read more >
Fresh Experts
- Nicholas J. Yphantides MD, MPH
- Noted author (My Big Fat Greek Diet), consultant, speaker, healthcare executive and family practice physician and and community advocate. read more >
- Dr. Farid Zarif, Director, Nutrition/Dietetics
- Dr. Farid Zarif, MPH, ND, PhD, resident Nutritionist and Director, Nutrition and Dietetics at Fresh Dining™, Burbank, California, is the founder The Zarifian Method©. read more >
- Edward Jackowski, Ph.D.
- Fitness innovator, author and motivational speaker, Edward Jackowski, Ph.D. holds his B.B.A. from Baruch Business College and his Masters and Doctorate in Behavioral Management from International University for Graduate Studies. read more >
- Dr. Kelly E. Williams, MD
- Dr. Kelly E. Williams earned her medical degree from University of California and completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. Dr. Kelly E. Williams is currently practicing in Laguna Hills. read more >
- Dr. Charles L. Blum, DC
- Dr. Blum is a chiropractor practicing in Santa Monica, California since 1981 treating women during their pregnancy as well as children. read more >
- Dr. Walker Ozar, DC
- Dr. Ozar started his practice at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. Two years later, he founded Beverly Hills Posture and Rehabilitation Institute. read more >
- Dr. Nicole Williams-Alexander, MD
- Dr. Nicole Williams-Alexander earned her medical degree from Howard College of Medicine and completed her residency at UCLA in Family Medicine. read more >