IRVINE, California, December 2, 2016 – McDermott & Bull, the 29th largest executive search firm in the Americas and the fastest-growing firm within the Hunt Scanlon Top 50 Recruiters list, is proud to announce the successful appointment of Mike Yoshida as Controller with United Pacific, one of the largest independent owners, suppliers, and operators of gas stations and convenience stores in the Western United States.
This executive recruiting engagement was conducted by Chris Bull, Managing Partner; Rob Gross, Associate Principal Consultant; and Amanda Lange, Recruiting Associate at McDermott & Bull. According to Bull, “Mike had the exemplary retail experience United Pacific desired for this role. His retail relevancy, store count experience, and technical abilities made him a solid candidate. We are confident that Mike will make an impact at United Pacific.”
With thirty years of retail experience, Yoshida joins United Pacific from U.S. Auto Parts, where he was Vice President and Controller. During his seven-year tenure with the company, he helped the $300MM online retailer in their acquisition of JC Whitney, reduced the time spent closing the books from three weeks to five days, and streamlined the credit card process. Prior to joining U.S. Auto Parts, Yoshida held Controller roles at Hot Topic, where he led a team of eighty and implemented a checkless payroll distribution to all 750 stores and distribution centers, and Bristol Farms, where he helped the company to successfully open eight new locations and close four that were unprofitable.
Yoshida earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Southern California, an MBA from California State University, Los Angeles, and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.
About United Pacific
United Pacific, through its retail convenience locations and retail and wholesale fuel distribution network, has established itself as one of the largest independent owners, suppliers, and operators of gas stations and convenience stores in the Western United States. United Pacific offers motor fuels products under the 76, Conoco, Shell and United Oil flags, as well as convenience items through the We Got It! Food Mart, My Goods Market and Circle K brands. United Pacific operates its retail and wholesale businesses in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and Colorado. The Company is a portfolio business of Fortress Investment Group LLC, a leading, highly diversified global investment management firm.
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