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Robert Lemery ’07 followed a path of apprenticeship to entrepreneurship, offering unique brews in a vibrant space.

Alex Parlamis ’98 is carrying on his family’s legacy and providing his hometown with a Mediterranean fine dining experience committed to consistent quality.

Lee Katrincic '06G has built a successful gin distillery and brand with his wife, Melissa, blending their love of a classic product with modern technology.

Despite growing his successful BBQ business to Nashville, Maurice Hallett ’96 remains anchored to both his hometown and his alma mater.

The hometown hospitality at The Goose inspired Brandon Smith ’05 to get in the business, and he now owns the top-ranked brew pub in  USA Today’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.

English/theatre major Victor Gelb ’74 journeyed from the stage to sales before finding fulfillment running a B&B with his wife in the Hamptons.

Kevin Takarada ’06G found a way to reconnect with his childhood lessons in sushi-making and engineered a twist that revolutionized how NYC eats sushi.

Mike Chidester ’89 offers a food truck experience and iconic Philly flavors at all six of his Chiddy's Cheesesteaks locations.

A change of life lead to the Monticello family to Costa Rica and an unexpected opportunity to operate an iconic local restaurant.

A childhood home at the inn poured a solid foundation in hospitality and caring.