Building More Than Businesses: Creating a Lasting Legacy in Community and Enterprise
When I reflect on my career, I realize that the work I’ve done in real estate, hospitality, and entertainment has always been about more than just building businesses. For me, it’s been about creating something lasting—something that goes beyond profits, something that positively impacts the people and communities around me. Building a legacy isn’t about […]
Beyond Food and Music: The Future of Experiential Dining and Entertainment
When I first entered the restaurant and entertainment world after decades in real estate, I quickly realized that people weren’t just coming out for a meal or a show. They were looking for something more. They wanted experiences. They wanted moments that stayed with them long after the check was paid or the last song […]
Adapting to Change: Lessons on Reinvention from Real Estate to Entertainment
When people ask me about my career, I often tell them that change has been one of the few constants. For more than four decades, I worked in real estate, developing residential and commercial properties across Texas. But about ten years ago, I made a deliberate shift into the world of entertainment—restaurants, bars, music, television, […]
Technology Meets Hospitality: Innovating the Guest Experience
Over the past decade, my career has taken me from real estate into the world of restaurants, bars, music, and media. One thing has become increasingly clear: technology is no longer just a tool—it’s a bridge between businesses and the people they serve. For those of us in hospitality, understanding how to use technology effectively […]