Christine Specht on Women Entrepreneurs - The Secrets of Success

Christine Specht is the president and chief operating officer of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin-based Cousins Subs, a regional quick-service restaurant chain specializing in sub sandwiches, salads and soups. Though Cousins has always been part of her life – her father and his cousin founded the chain in 1972 – Specht has been with Cousins professionally since 2001 as the director of human resources. Since assuming the role of president in April 2008, she has implemented a strategic plan for growth and reorganized the corporate structure to better service the system’s needs. Additionally, Specht holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Law Studies from Marquette University, Master of Public Administration from American University and is credentialed as a Professional of Human Resources (PHR).