Ronald M Shaich Email Address

Funding Development + Writing Consultant

As of September 29, 2105, there are 1,946 bakery-cafes in 46 states and in Ontario, Canada operating under the Panera Bread®, Saint Louis Bread Co. ® or Paradise Bakery & Cafe® names. We feature high quality, reasonably priced food in a warm, inviting and comfortable environment. With our identity rooted in handcrafted, fresh-baked, artisan bread, we are committed to providing great tasting, quality food that people can trust. Nearly all of our bakery-cafes have a menu highlighted by chicken raised without antibiotics, whole grain bread, and select organic and all-natural ingredients, with zero grams of artificial trans-fat per serving, which provide flavorful, wholesome offerings. Our menu includes a wide variety of year-round favorites complemented by new items introduced seasonally with the goal of creating new standards in everyday food choices. In neighborhoods across the United States and in Ontario, Canada, our customers enjoy our warm and welcoming environment featuring comfortable gathering areas, relaxing decor and free Internet access. Our bakery-cafes routinely donate bread and baked goods to community organizations in need.

I am a skilled and practiced private and public funding professional with an entrepreneurial and objective approach, competent program and product development expertise, a determination for measurable results, and an accomplished writer focused on procuring funding for businesses, agencies, and organizations. Accomplishments Co-Founder and CEO of Industry Grants, which features the most current and comprehensive federal government and select state government grants database for agencies, businesses, institutions, and organizations, as well as the most thorough database of current, available manuals and guidelines, up-to-date forms, and form instructions necessary to submit successful grant applications. Successfully worked with over dozens of clients to secure over $75 million in funding for hydrogen refueling infrastructure, biomass energy production, biofuels refueling infrastructure, education and social services, environmental protection and restoration, and renewable energy research and development. Developed a successful grant and public policy program for Propel Fuels, working to establish alternative fuel retail in California. Wrote grant applications that successfully brought in over $15 million in public funding to the company. Created relationships with key state and federal agencies to initiate present and future commitments to increase the use of alternative fuel on the west coast. Administered millions of dollars in funding with private entities, and state and federal agencies, included reporting, invoicing, and meeting environmental policy requirements on schedule. Recognized leader in grant writing, developing funding programs for businesses, agencies, and organizations; assembling documentation necessary to meet the needs of clients. Specialties: Grant Research, Grant writing, Funding Program Development, Funding Research