Proven Expertise. Transformational Impact.

Global Corporate Hospitality &
Strategic Growth

Elevating standards at scale.

Lehman Brothers (Global)
VP of Hospitality & Amenities

  • Led global expansion across New York, London, Paris, Hong Kong, Mumbai, and more

  • Directed $80M+ F&B operation with 300+ employees and 800+ vendors

  • Increased profitability by 200%, saving $8M/year through innovation and vendor strategy

Goldman Sachs
VP of Hospitality & Asset Manager – Conrad Hotel

  • Oversaw rebranding, reopening, and daily operations of a 468-suite luxury hotel

  • Managed hospitality services and a restaurant/retail complex curated with 15 top-tier chefs and operators

  • Delivered $90M+ in hospitality revenue and raised KPIs, occupancy, and satisfaction scores

Deutsche Bank (Global)
Executive Director, Workplace Services & F&B

  • Transformed global food, amenity, and event services across 20+ locations

  • Introduced forward-thinking concepts and sustainability pilots

  • Reduced operating costs by 15% through systems design and service alignment

Jones Lang LaSalle
Corporate Director, IFM – Hospitality & Events

  • Managed $70M+ across 13M sq. ft. of real estate

  • Integrated IFM model across hospitality, print, janitorial, and event services

  • Achieved 15% cost reduction while enhancing client and guest experience

Hotel & F&B Excellence

Delivering elevated experiences at iconic properties.

Hilton Hotels – NY Midtown (Flagship)
Executive Director of F&B & Events

  • Directed $90M/year in F&B operations across outlets, room service, and 150,000+ sq. ft. of banquet space

  • Repositioned entire F&B program with concept, culinary, and branding overhaul

  • Boosted profitability by 15% and reduced loss by $1M

Waldorf-Astoria | The Pierre (Four Seasons) | University Club NYC
F&B Director / Manager

  • Led operations at NYC’s most prestigious properties

  • Elevated culinary excellence, event execution, and luxury service standards

  • Transformed University Club into a leading event & F&B venue

Mixed-Use & Lifestyle Destinations

Designing places people love to gather.

Brightline / Virgin Trains USA (Miami)
VP of F&B & Hospitality Partnerships

  • Spearheaded a $40M hospitality vision within a 160,000-sq-ft development

  • Curated a collection of 25 chef-driven restaurants, bars, and retail spaces

  • Created a destination-level culinary and lifestyle experience

Lessing’s Hospitality Group (NY & South Florida)
Executive Director

  • Oversaw a $160M/year portfolio across 130+ locations

  • Led operational improvements, growth strategy, and new business efforts

  • Generated $20M/year in projected new revenue and $4M in additional profit

Select Consulting & Entrepreneurial Projects

Tailored strategy. Tangible results.

As the founder of Le Catalyst (formerly Katalyse Hospitality), I have advised a diverse range of clients—from luxury developers and restaurant groups to global hospitality firms—offering bespoke solutions grounded in real-world expertise and operational precision.

Amber Hospitality Group

Partnered with investors to develop a visionary hospitality platform anchored in luxury dining, entertainment, and lifestyle.

  • Curated concepts alongside Top 50 and celebrity chefs

  • Collaborated with award-winning architects and designers

  • Developed a brand portfolio of vibrant, experience-driven venues

Patton Real Estate Group

Designed integrated hospitality and service models for high-end real estate assets.

  • Implemented property management strategies infused with luxury hospitality standards

  • Helped reposition properties as experience-focused, lifestyle-driven spaces

Jet Set Sports – Olympic Games

Oversaw end-to-end F&B, hotel, and guest experience programs for hospitality activations during the Vancouver and London Olympic Games.

  • Curated and managed VIP hotel and catering partnerships

  • Led international logistics, programming, and execution

  • Delivered elite-level experiences for global guests and sponsors

Confidential F&B Concept Incubator

Supporting a group of private investors on the development of a new restaurant and hospitality concept.

  • Advising on brand vision, location strategy, and culinary direction

  • Developing scalable operations and partnership models

  • Curating talent and launching innovation pilots