Meet The Team

CHRIS AQUILINO, FMP

Founder, Chief Culinary Officer 

Award-winning chef, author, food stylist and photographer, with 30 plus years industry experience in all facets of independent, multi-site, national brand, and corporate dining.  A proven- strategic operation and thought leader fostering innovation, and on-trend food service solutions.

JASON CHANNELL

Operations and Logistics - Consultant

Jason has spent the last two decades stepping into situations that required radical change and authentic leadership engagement.  Trained as a business leader, coach, consultant, mediator, and mentor, he speaks both the language of human and organizational dynamics.

BRENDEN WRIGHT

Virtual Experience Expert - Consultant 

 Brenden creates realistic facilities or products with unique functionality in the virtual realm leveraging the same technology used in the highest-end games. Brenden's many years in the food service business, and his expertise in kitchen design and functionality is utilized in every design. 

ERIK HAVILAND

Creative Director & Producer - Consultant 

With 30 years in both marketing and many areas of foodservice, he works with our team leads to ensure that your vision is implemented with excellence. Erik is an active member of the ACF (American Culinary Federation) and FCSI (Foodservice Consultants Society International).