Mr. Tibus recently held several management roles where he had overall operational, financial, and strategic responsibilities. He served as Financial Advisor to California Pizza Kitchen and as CEO to Kona Grill, Inc., Real Mex Restaurants, Inc. (Chevy’s, El Torito, Sinequal, Las Brisas), Ignite Restaurant Group, Inc. (Joe’s Crab Shack, Brickhouse Tavern), and Last Call Operating Co. (Fox & Hound, Champps).

Mr. Tibus served as Operating Officer for Max & Erma’s and Chief Restructuring Officer for the Krystal Company and Quiznos. He also has extensive experience advising lenders, creditors, and other stakeholders

Prior to joining A&M, Mr. Tibus was a Manager in the consulting practice of a Big Five firm.

Mr. Tibus earned a bachelor's degree from Florida State University and an MBA from The University of Florida.