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Gabriel Perez

GABRIEL
PEREZ

Hotel Operations

Meet Gabriel Perez – the hospitality pro with a passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences and unlocking the full potential of our assets. 

With a career spanning back to the late ’80s, Gabriel’s journey began at the renowned Tamanaco InterContinental Hotel in Caracas. From there, he took on various roles across InterContinental and IHG properties, including Miami, where his leadership skills truly shone.

Gabriel’s knack for pre-opening and hospitality development has led to remarkable achievements. He orchestrated the successful launch of the first Hyatt hotel linked to a world-class casino and racetrack, pioneered the opening of the second TRYP hotel in the United States, and masterminded the transformation of lifestyle assets in Montauk, NY, Southampton, NY, and Miami Beach, FL.

But it doesn’t stop there. Gabriel’s secret sauce lies in his remarkable ability to connect with owners, blend innovative operational strategies, and smoothly integrate company culture and best practices. This combination translates to boosted financial performance and higher employee retention.

Gabriel’s expertise isn’t just about meeting industry standards. He holds certifications from heavyweight players like InterContinental Hotel Group, Hyatt, and Wyndham. Plus, he’s armed with a treasure trove of knowledge from Cornell University, specializing in Advanced Hospitality Sales, Revenue Management, and Room Division Management.

Beyond the world of hospitality, Gabriel wears the hat of a family man. He whips up culinary delights for his wife, Cynthia, and their three young kids, relishing every moment they spend together. When he’s not in the kitchen, he immerses himself in the captivating realms of world history and scientific astronomy.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

STEVE
PALMER

Founder

Jennifer
Dailey

Accounting

Kevin Krapp
Kevin
Krapp

Atlanta Region Operations

Christa
Polinksy

Events & Catering

Katharine Ames
KATHARINE
AMES

PR & Marketing

Jennifer Krapp
JENNIFER
KRAPP

Front of House Operations

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CHRIS
AMATO

Culture

Jeremiah
Bacon

Executive Chef and Partner

Cullen
Wyatt

Restaurant Development

Katharine Ames
SAM
TROTTER

Digital Experience & Marketing

Mark Bolchov Bio Photo
MARK
BOLCHOZ

Italian Operations

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ANNE
WHITE

Pastry

Hannah Wilson
HANNAH
WILSON

Admin

Gabriel Perez
GABRIEL PEREZ

Hotel Operations

Samy
Eltoukhy

Finance

Kimball
brienza

O-Ku Operations

Kelly
Peters

Human Resources

Vonda
Freeman

Wine Programs

Justin Shoener
Justin
Shoener

Restaurant Financial Operations

Kevin G
KEVIN
GETZEWICH

Independent Culinary Concepts

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MASA HAMAYA

O-Ku Culinary