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
Senior Food & Beverage Leader - GA
Leads and manages all aspects of food and beverage operations. Responsibilities include overseeing enablement (training/execution and projects), store technology implementation (such as customer touch screens and our smart kitchen system), ensuring food and beverage safety and quality assurance, and driving innovation in culinary offerings. The ideal candidate will possess both strategic thinking and hands-on leadership capabilities. They will play a vital role in managing internal and external stakeholders, including vendor partners and manufacturers. This is a key role within the company. Food is name of their game.
Dispensed Beverage Category Manager - TX
Leads the strategy, performance, and growth of dispensed beverage programs across multiple retail locations in Texas. Responsible for category planning, vendor partnerships, pricing, promotions, and driving sales through operational excellence and customer-focused beverage innovation.
Packaged Beverage Manager - DFW, Texas
Leads packaged beverage assortment, pricing, and promotions to optimize sales velocity, margins, and consumer relevance.
District Manager - Northern Virginia
Lead multi-unit retail operations across Northern Virginia, driving sales growth, team performance, and operational excellence. Ideal for a results-driven leader with strong experience in retail management, coaching, and business development.
Construction Project Manager – GA/SC
The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the timely and accurate planning, execution, and closeout of assigned projects in the South Carolina and Georgia regions. This role is responsible for the overall management of safety, quality, schedule, internal customer satisfaction and profitability of all work performed. Growing company so construction is a key part of the growth.
Constructions Project Manager – Pittsburgh, PA
Directs new store builds and remodels from site selection through grand opening, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery.
Current Openings
Packaged Beverage Manager - DFW, Texas
Leads packaged beverage assortment, pricing, and promotions to optimize sales velocity, margins, and consumer relevance.
Center Store Category Manager - NC
Manages center store categories to deliver strong turns, margin expansion, and data-driven assortment excellence.
Assistant Controller - Vermont
Supports financial integrity by overseeing accounting operations, controls, and accurate, timely financial reporting.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Lafayette, LA
Leads financial strategy, capital allocation, and performance analytics to fuel profitable growth and enterprise value.
Pricebook Manager - DFW, TX
Owns item setup, pricing accuracy, and system governance to ensure flawless execution across all stores.
District Manager - Tallahassee, FL
Drives multi-store performance through operational excellence, talent development, and consistent brand execution.
District Manager - Columbus, GA
Drives multi-store performance through operational excellence, talent development, and consistent brand execution.
Director of Fuel - Atlanta, GA
Leads fuel procurement, pricing strategy, and margin optimization while ensuring supply reliability and compliance.
Fuel Pricer - Atlanta, GA
Executes daily fuel pricing strategies to maximize margin, volume, and competitive positioning.
Loyalty Manager - DFW, TX
Leads loyalty strategy, promotions, and data-driven customer engagement initiatives to increase retention, frequency, and lifetime value.
VP of Food Service – West Texas
Sets enterprise foodservice vision and growth strategy, driving innovation, profitability, and operational excellence across the network.
Constructions Project Manager – Pittsburgh, PA
Directs new store builds and remodels from site selection through grand opening, ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality delivery.
Director of IT - NC/SC
Leads enterprise IT strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and retail systems to enable scalable growth, operational uptime, and data-driven decision-making.