With over twenty years of experience in restaurant multi-unit management, training /development, creation of new and redesigned restaurants, Misty understands the unique challenges that face this industry. The execution of multi-unit operations in a variety of upscale locations, quick casual, QSR, entertainment complexes and fine dining venues, have all been a part of her career.…

As a seasoned General Manager, I have a proven track record of successfully directing hotel operations and driving revenue growth. With experience transitioning hotels to new ownership, to building management teams of 20+ and 100+ employees. In addition to managing the hotel side of the business, I have decades of experience overseeing F&B programs, sales,…

Bob has 25+ years of experience in various management positions ranging from large, highvolume restaurants on Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco to a small bed and breakfast in Silver City, New Mexico. Bob started his professional career in a popular restaurant and lounge in Michigan near Ferris State University where he attended college for Hospitality…

Mark Resnick is an accomplished leader with expertise in business development, sales management, operations, and food safety. He is highly regarded for his ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and make sound decisions that focus on maximizing EBITDA. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a talent for generating innovative solutions in challenging situations. He is…

Stephanie is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Her journey began in Michigan, where she attended Michigan State University and developed a passion for the hospitality sector while working as a bartender. This led to a successful career with Bravo Brio Restaurant Group (BBRG), where she started as…

Valerie was born on the sunny island of Puerto Rico (the land of Bad Bunny!). She started her interest in the hospitality industry back in high school where she took Tourism Marketing classes and then went on to college for a degree in Hotel Management. Got her first job at 19 y/o as a server/bartender…

Bob has 35+ years’ of experience in leadership positions spanning many areas of the hospitality industry…hotels, restaurants, and hospitality education to name a few. Bob moved from operations management of hotels and restaurants into the Career Development Office at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI. This began the Recruiting/HR phase of Bob’s career where…

California native Lindsay Vico thrives at the intersection of hospitality, sales, and adventure. Her passion lies in creating positive experiences, both for clients and colleagues. Leveraging her years of experience in sales, marketing, and business development, Lindsay excels at building strong, lasting partnerships. When Lindsay isn’t working, you might find her embracing all that California…

Shawn was born in Okinawa, Japan. His father was in the military and worked as a manager for IBM, which had him in Boston, MA, Lexington KY, Hartland WI and then Bloomington MN. Moving around as a child allowed Shawn to adapt to new situations quickly. Restaurants became a second home to him as he…

Cassie has over 2 decades of Restaurant and Hotel experience with privately owned fine dining restaurants, restaurant chains, and health spas in North Carolina and Virgina. Cassie is best known for her incredible farm to table, hyper local foods concept Harvest Moon Grille. Cassie co-owned an organic farm, Grateful Growers farm, in Lincolnton NC.  She…