Each year, the hospitality industry is invited to submit nominations for who they think should be a Rising Star. The final selections were determined by Restaurant Informer editorial staff in partnership with the Georgia Restaurant Association. This year’s winners are an impressive group of individuals who are making a difference in the way we do business. … [Read more...] about 2024 Rising Stars Announced
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Congratulations 2023 Rising Stars
Restaurant Informer is proud to bring you the 2023 Rising Stars! This year’s winners are an impressive group of individuals making a difference in how we do business. Each year, the hospitality industry is invited to submit nominations for who they think should be a Rising Star. The final selections were determined by Restaurant Informer editorial staff in partnership with … [Read more...] about Congratulations 2023 Rising Stars
Rising Star 2023: Alma De La Luz
By Nancy Wood Alma De La Luz, Chef de Cuisine Marlow's Tavern, Duluth Alma De La Luz is a living example that tenacity, focus and hard work are the keys to success. And she’s never been shy about asking others to teach her everything they know about running a kitchen. Since taking a job in 2009 as a dishwasher at Marlow’s Tavern in Duluth, De La Luz has made the most … [Read more...] about Rising Star 2023: Alma De La Luz
Rising Star 2023: Nick Spatola
By Toby Bloomberg Nick Spatola, General Manager Ecco Midtown, Atlanta With experience in both back- and front-of-house, Nick Spatola brings a unique perspective to his position as General Manager at Ecco Midtown. Spatola attended the Culinary Institute of America, where he received training as a chef. However, in high school and after graduating CIA he worked FOH … [Read more...] about Rising Star 2023: Nick Spatola
Rising Star 2023: Sophie Seltzer
By Haley Harward Sophie Seltzer, Senior Manager Ted's Montana Grill, Buford Though she never saw herself going into the restaurant or food service industry when she was growing up, Sophie Seltzer, 30, has found her niche in front-of-house and heart-of-house management at Ted’s Montana Grill. Seltzer joined the Ted’s team in 2014, working as a server and then … [Read more...] about Rising Star 2023: Sophie Seltzer
