About Us
Who We Are
Retail Ready Insights is a recruiting and consulting firm built to help retail and foodservice organizations hire smarter, lead stronger, and scale with confidence.
We partner with growing and established brands to place proven leaders who know how to operate, execute, and deliver results in real-world environments.
Our Mission: Driving growth through human-centered recruitment that builds stronger teams, enhances performance, and supports long-term success.
About Us
Dave Meloni
Retail & Food Service Executive CEO & Owner, Retail Ready Insights
From pumping gas as a teenager to leading multi-million-dollar retail and foodservice operations, Dave Meloni’s journey embodies dedication, hands-on experience, and a deep understanding of the industry at every level. With decades of experience growing teams, optimizing operations, and delivering results, Dave has transformed his passion for convenience and food retail into leadership that inspires and drives growth.
As the owner of Retail Ready Insights, Dave now leverages his frontline-to-CEO experience to help businesses thrive through executive placement, strategic consulting, and operational excellence. He specializes in identifying top talent, developing leadership strategies, and creating actionable solutions that elevate retail and foodservice organizations.
Dave’s approach is grounded in real-world experience, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that success is built on people, process and performance.
Specialties: Executive Placement | Retail & Food Service Leadership | Organization Restructure | Operations Strategy | Talent Development | Executive Coaching | Growth & Transformation
About Us
Dave Meloni
Retail & Food Service Executive CEO & Owner, Retail Ready Insights
From pumping gas as a teenager to leading multi-million-dollar retail and foodservice operations, Dave Meloni’s journey embodies dedication, hands-on experience, and a deep understanding of the industry at every level. With decades of experience growing teams, optimizing operations, and delivering results, Dave has transformed his passion for convenience and food retail into leadership that inspires and drives growth.
As the owner of Retail Ready Insights, Dave now leverages his frontline-to-CEO experience to help businesses thrive through executive placement, strategic consulting, and operational excellence. He specializes in identifying top talent, developing leadership strategies, and creating actionable solutions that elevate retail and foodservice organizations.
Dave’s approach is grounded in real-world experience, a commitment to excellence, and a belief that success is built on people, process and performance.
Specialties: Executive Placement | Retail & Food Service Leadership | Organization Restructure | Operations Strategy | Talent Development | Executive Coaching | Growth & Transformation
Our Team
Jacob Roddy
Senior Talent Partner
Jacob Roddy is a results-driven Senior Talent Partner with over five years of hands-on leadership in multi-unit retail operations. As a former District Manager at Dollar General and Area Leader at Speedway LLC, he directly led large teams of 120–130+ employees, consistently delivering award-winning sales growth, significant shrink and turnover reductions, and stronger customer experiences in fast-paced environments.
Now serving as Senior Talent Partner, Jacob has transitioned from executing retail operations to strategically building them - partnering directly with the CEO, a seasoned industry executive with over 30 years of leadership experience in the gas convenience sector. Drawing on his deep understanding of what exceptional leadership looks like on the ground, he applies that insight to full-cycle talent acquisition and executive-level recruiting. With top-notch talent sourcing and interviewing capabilities, Jacob excels at identifying, assessing, and securing passionate and motivated professionals who deliver immediate impact on operations, culture, profitability, and sustainable growth.
Known for his data-informed decision-making, innovative problem-solving, and commitment to building high-performing teams, Jacob is pursuing his SHRM-CP certification to deepen his expertise in talent development and employee relations. Passionate about connecting proven leaders with organizations focused on operational excellence and sustainable growth, he brings practical retail insight to every search.
Our Team
Jacob Roddy
Senior Talent Partner
Jacob Roddy is a results-driven Senior Talent Partner with over five years of hands-on leadership in multi-unit retail operations. As a former District Manager at Dollar General and Area Leader at Speedway LLC, he directly led large teams of 120–130+ employees, consistently delivering award-winning sales growth, significant shrink and turnover reductions, and stronger customer experiences in fast-paced environments.
Now serving as Senior Talent Partner, Jacob has transitioned from executing retail operations to strategically building them - partnering directly with the CEO, a seasoned industry executive with over 30 years of leadership experience in the gas convenience sector. Drawing on his deep understanding of what exceptional leadership looks like on the ground, he applies that insight to full-cycle talent acquisition and executive-level recruiting. With top-notch talent sourcing and interviewing capabilities, Jacob excels at identifying, assessing, and securing passionate and motivated professionals who deliver immediate impact on operations, culture, profitability, and sustainable growth.
Known for his data-informed decision-making, innovative problem-solving, and commitment to building high-performing teams, Jacob is pursuing his SHRM-CP certification to deepen his expertise in talent development and employee relations. Passionate about connecting proven leaders with organizations focused on operational excellence and sustainable growth, he brings practical retail insight to every search.
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Testimonials
What Leaders Say About Working With Us
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Trusted by Industry Leaders
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
Testimonials
What Leaders Say About Working With Us
0.0 / 5
0.0 / 5
Trusted by Industry Leaders
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
Testimonials
What Leaders Say About Working With Us
0.0 / 5
0.0 / 5
Trusted by Industry Leaders
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
“From initial consultation to final interview, the experience was exceptional. They provided a curated shortlist of high-quality candidates who exceeded expectations.”
James P.
Founder
“The level of candidate quality was outstanding. Every person they presented was a real contender. Retail Ready Insights has become our go-to partner for all critical hires.”
Melissa R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“We’ve partnered with many recruitment agencies, but none delivered the consistency and quality that Retail Ready Insights provides. They’re our go-to for every critical hire.”
Alicia T.
Founder & CEO
“We’ve worked with several recruiting agencies before, but none delivered like Retail Ready Insights. Their process is thorough, transparent, and built on real life expertise.”
David R.
Talent Acquisition Manager
“Thanks to Retail Ready Insights, we l filled a critical leadership role in record time. Their professionalism, communication, and insight were unmatched. Highly recommended.”
Monica L.
COO
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Whether you’re scaling fast, filling a key leadership role, or upgrading your hiring strategy, we’re here to help you succeed with confidence and clarity.
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Let’s Grow Together
Whether you’re scaling fast, filling a key leadership role, or upgrading your hiring strategy, we’re here to help you succeed with confidence and clarity.
Get Started
Let’s Grow Together
Whether you’re scaling fast, filling a key leadership role, or upgrading your hiring strategy, we’re here to help you succeed with confidence and clarity.
Current Openings
VP of Finance - Illinois
Senior finance leadership opportunity for a proven executive who can strengthen financial visibility, support growth, and guide strategic decision-making. Ideal for someone who can partner closely with leadership and bring discipline to financial operations.
Financial Planning & Analysis - GA
FP&A opportunity for a finance professional with strong forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analysis experience. This role is suited for someone who can turn financial data into clear business insights.
VP of Marketing - Ohio
Senior marketing leadership opportunity for a proven executive who can build brand visibility, strengthen customer acquisition, and drive growth across retail and convenience markets. Ideal for a strategic marketer with experience in brand positioning, campaigns, team leadership, and performance-driven marketing execution.
VP of IT – Ohio
Technology leadership search for an IT executive who can support systems, infrastructure, operations, and business transformation. Ideal for a leader who understands both technology strategy and business continuity.
Innovation Food & Beverage Category Manager - GA
Category leadership search focused on innovation, product strategy, customer experience, and foodservice growth. Ideal for someone who can bring new ideas to market while keeping execution strong at store level.
Food Category Manager - SW, GA
Category management opportunity for a food retail leader who can manage product strategy, vendor relationships, merchandising, and store-level execution. Ideal for someone who understands food category performance, customer demand, and practical retail growth.
Tobacco Category Manager - DFW, TX
Category management search for a proven tobacco leader with strong vendor management, pricing, merchandising, and retail category experience. Ideal for someone who understands market trends, compliance awareness, and performance growth across retail locations.
Tobacco & Nicotine Category Manager - Ohio
Category management search for a proven leader with pricing, vendor, merchandising, compliance awareness, and retail category experience. This role requires strong category discipline and market understanding.
Payroll Manager – MS
Payroll leadership search requiring UKG Ready / Kronos system experience. This role focuses on payroll accuracy, compliance, reporting, process discipline, and strong support for internal teams.
District Manager – North Carolina
Multi-unit leadership search for an operator who can lead teams, drive accountability, improve store performance, and support field execution. This role is suited for a leader who understands retail operations from the ground up.
Current Openings
VP of Finance - Illinois
Senior finance leadership opportunity for a proven executive who can strengthen financial visibility, support growth, and guide strategic decision-making. Ideal for someone who can partner closely with leadership and bring discipline to financial operations.
Financial Planning & Analysis - GA
FP&A opportunity for a finance professional with strong forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and analysis experience. This role is suited for someone who can turn financial data into clear business insights.
VP of IT – Ohio
Technology leadership search for an IT executive who can support systems, infrastructure, operations, and business transformation. Ideal for a leader who understands both technology strategy and business continuity.
Director of Food & Beverage – DFW, TX
Leadership opportunity for a food and beverage professional who can guide strategy, execution, vendor partnerships, and category growth. This role requires strong operational understanding and the ability to drive performance across the business.
Innovation Food & Beverage Category Manager - GA
Category leadership search focused on innovation, product strategy, customer experience, and foodservice growth. Ideal for someone who can bring new ideas to market while keeping execution strong at store level.
Food & Beverage Category Manager – Tampa, FL
Opportunity for a category leader with strong food and beverage experience, vendor management, merchandising discipline, and performance growth ability. This role is built for someone who understands both customers and retail execution.
Food & Beverage Category Manager - NC
Food and beverage category opportunity for a leader who understands customer behavior, vendor partnerships, operational execution, and category performance. Ideal for someone who can help improve programs across multiple locations.
Tobacco & Nicotine Category Manager - Ohio
Category management search for a proven leader with pricing, vendor, merchandising, compliance awareness, and retail category experience. This role requires strong category discipline and market understanding.
Payroll Manager – MS
Payroll leadership search requiring UKG Ready / Kronos system experience. This role focuses on payroll accuracy, compliance, reporting, process discipline, and strong support for internal teams.
Construction Manager – SC
Construction leadership opportunity focused on retail projects, timelines, vendors, budgets, remodels, new builds, and multi-site execution. Ideal for someone who can keep projects moving while maintaining quality and communication.
District Manager – Northern Virginia
Multi-unit leadership search for an operator who can lead teams, drive accountability, improve store performance, and support field execution. This role is suited for a leader who understands retail operations from the ground up.
District Managers – GA, SC & FL
Regional district leadership opportunities for experienced retail operators who can build teams, improve results, and lead with consistency across multiple markets. Ideal for leaders who can support store teams and drive performance.