About Us
CBC’s Mission is to assist colleges and universities with developing and implementing effective bookstore/campus store solutions.
Objective, independent, and knowledgeable, CBC provides clients with the data, industry insight, analysis, and tools, needed to determine the most effective strategic direction for a campus store operation.
Who We Are
Tom Byrne
Principal, President
Principal and Founding Partner of CBC, Tom leads, manages and executes the CBC project portfolio. Tom works closely with clients to design a project scope that encompasses the individual needs of each client.
Tom’s focus on recent projects includes:
- Contract Negotiations
- Facility Analysis
- Innovative and Emerging Business Models
- RFP Process Assistance
- Strategic Planning
Prior to founding CBC in 1992, Tom served in Vice President / Corporate Officer roles in the campus store industry.
Tom is based in CBC’s Wakefield, RI office.
Christine Geary
Senior Consultant
Christine specializes in data analysis and general merchandise. Christine’s expertise provides clients with insight to their business through benchmarking performance to industry standards.
Christine’s areas of expertise include:
- Category Management
- Financial Analysis
- General Merchandise Product Assortment
- Inventory Analysis
- Store Design – Product Placement
Prior to founding CBC in 1992, Chris held executive roles in the campus store industry.
Chris is based in CBC’s Wakefield, RI office.
Karen Byrne
Project Manager
Karen coordinates and supports CBC's project plans. Karen ensures that CBC’s projects align with project objectives and remain on schedule. Karen provides administrative support to CBC and the clients we serve.
Karen is based in CBC’s Wakefield, RI office.

