Develop a vision statement
Owner & CEO
For the past 26 years (and counting), Nava has used a bold, thoughtful and caring approach. His genuine commitment to service guide our team's everyday operations.
Executive VP of Accounting
Brian has proudly been responsible for part of the significant growth of the Kind portfolio from six to more than 30 restaurants.
Executive VP of Operations
A dedicated and business-savvy leader in airport hospitality and operations, Derek brings more than three decades of hospitality and service industry experience to the Kind team.
VP of Marketing & Branding
Ashley uses her genuine and creative nature to oversee marketing, brand management, restaurant openings and special projects for the Kind team.
Director of Technology
Mike has been involved in restaurant technology for more than 30 years. Through his experience, he has grown multiple concepts and built foundations for future growth in the industry.
Interim Director of Human Resources
Jeff has more than 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industry in both operations and HR, with 20-plus of those years specific to the airport experience through operations and HR.
VP of Operations
Ana has more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience within the food and beverage industry and the distinct ability to help high potential team members develop.
Director of Purchasing
Jim spent 20 years with Macayo’s Mexican Food. Continuing with a leadership role, he applies his knack for financials to the wide breadth of brands that Kind represents.
Senior Director of Operations
With 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Daniel brings great leadership as Senior Director of Operations.
Director of Operations
Rosa has worked in the hospitality industry for more than 25 years. Starting her career as a dishwasher, she has since worked in nearly every single position.
Director of Operations
In the multi-unit capacity for 23 years, Pat has overseen and developed new concepts for hotels and national restaurant chains.
Director of Operations
From fine dining to quick casual, Chuck brings 25 years of managerial experience to the Kind team.
Dominating much of the Arizona dining scene, Kind Hospitality’s portfolio boasts a breadth of well-known brands including Barrio Brewing Co., O.H.S.O. Brewery, Macayo’s Mexican Food, Uno Pizzeria, Panera Bread, Native Grill & Wings, Fazoli’s, Virtu Honest Craft and more.
At the core of Kind Hospitality’s mission is respect, intention, a desire to serve with gratitude and paying it forward — and these values all come from the heart.
Develop a vision statement
Grow your customer base
Increase your monthly sales
Beat your competition
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