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CORNELIUS, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 22, 2024--
Cyclum, an innovator in zero carbon fuels and next generation travel centers, is proud to announce a new executive team to lead its next phase of growth.
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Brian Profitt, CEO (Photo: Business Wire)
Cyclum plans to build 400 state-of-the-art travel centres nationwide, catering to diverse fueling needs. These centers will offer traditional fuels along with next generation zero carbon solutions such as hydrogen and renewable compressed natural gas (CNG) as well as vehicle electric charging. Cyclum’s travel centers will set a new standard for convenience and comfort on the road with superior fresh food and a modern rest stop experience.
Brian Profitt joins as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Polly Flinn as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Pat O’Hagan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Brian Profitt brings over 30 years of experience in retail and travel centre management. Most recently, he served as Division Director at 7-Eleven, overseeing strategic operations. Before that, he spent 18 years with WilcoHess, where he led its operations division during the company’s acquisition by Speedway LLC. Following the acquisition, Profitt continued at Speedway for three years, contributing to the seamless integration of WilcoHess operations and overseeing travel plazas and restaurant management. Profitt’s extensive expertise positions him to guide Cyclum’s growth and innovation as the company continues to redefine the travel centre experience through renewable energy integration.
Polly Flinn, a transformative leader with over 30 years’ experience, joins Cyclum after her tenure as President of Giant Eagle’s GetGo Cafe+Market, where she was the executive leader of the chain spanning five states. Her career includes C-suite roles at Walmart, BP, Castrol and Arco ampm where she led brand transformations, operational turnarounds and business growth. Flinn’s operational and customer-centric expertise will play a pivotal role in delivering Cyclum’s growth goals.
Pat O’Hagan brings a wealth of financial expertise with over 20 years in financial leadership roles. Most recently, he served as Controller at Times Oil Corporation and as CFO at Brewer-Hendley Oil Company for 14 years. O’Hagan’s deep experience in financial accounting and operations will be critical as Cyclum scales its innovative travel centre network.
“These appointments reflect our commitment to building a leadership team capable of driving Cyclum’s mission to transform the travel centre industry,” said Cyclum’s Board of Directors. “Brian, Polly, and Pat bring unparalleled expertise and vision to propel us into a new era of innovation and sustainability.”
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