Battered & Bruised in 3 U.S. Cities: How are Restaurateurs Surviving During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

In Atlanta, Chicago, and Seattle, restaurateurs will describe the challenges they have overcome to succeed during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Virtual event via Zoom - Link to be shared with registrants 24 hours in advance.

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Event Cost: Free for Columbia Alumni and Guests.

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PANELISTS:

Robert Mosher CC’04
Monteverde Restaurant, Managing Partner, Chicago
http://monteverdechicago.com/
Monteverde offers a new way to experience Italian food, highlighting some dishes that are deeply rooted in tradition while others have adventurous new flavors, through the use of global ingredients and cooking methods not usually seen in the Italian kitchen. Chef Sarah Grueneberg has been previously awarded a Michelin Star 3 years in a row. Monteverde is a James Beard regional award winner and has been placed on numerous top restaurant lists including from ‘Food & Wine’ and ‘Bon Appetit’.

Ilona Knopfler
Le Bilboquet, Managing Partner, Atlanta
https://www.lebilboquetatlanta.com
Ilona Knopfler brings over 20 years of international hospitality experience to Le Bilboquet as the Managing Partner. Regional Executive Chef Cyrill Holota, having trained at one Michelin star restaurants in France, amazes patrons with innovative yet classic French cuisine in the heart of the trendy Buckhead neighborhood. Le Bilboquet is frequently cited as a top fine dining destination in Atlanta for residents and tourists alike.

Brian O'Connor
Harmonia Concepts, Principal, Seattle
https://www.harmoniaconcepts.com 
Former Restaurant Group Managing Partner, Chicago
One of his restaurants, RIA, located inside the Elysian Hotel, was awarded two Michelin Stars and perfect four star reviews by the Chicago Tribune and Chicago magazine; the Elysian won “Best Hotel in North America” two years running. After Hilton bought the Elysian, Brian developed Maple & Ash steakhouse in Chicago’s Gold Coast, directing the construction and launch of a 13,000 square foot property generating $20mm+ in revenues annually. In the Seattle region, Harmonia will formally announce their first West Coast project in late 2021.

Jared Reisman
Kaleidoscope Bistro & Pub, Managing Partner, Atlanta
http://www.k-pub.com/
Kaleidoscope Bistro & Pub, affectionately nicknamed ”K-Pub“ by enthusiastic regulars, exudes comfort with its neighborhood atmosphere and great food, great beer, great whiskey and great service at an affordable price. The culinary focus is on high quality ingredients from local farms, and features seasonal items and daily specials: Chef Joey Riley’s kaleidoscopic menu reflects something colorful and different every time you visit. Jared Reisman is General Manager and Managing Partner of K-Pub, which celebrated a decade of business in 2020.

Sponsored by Columbia Business School’s Alumni Club of Atlanta and Columbia Business School’s Alumni Club of Chicago. Additional support gratefully received from the Columbia Club of Atlanta, the CBS Alumni Club of Seattle and the CBS Alumni Office.

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WHEN
March 24, 2021 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
WHERE

Virtual

CONTACT

Nathan Ladde '06 BUS