Union Square Hospitality Group CEO and leadership

As Union Square Hospitality Group’s Chief Investment Officer, Mark Leavitt is focused on USHG’s financing, equity structuring, and capital allocation, as well as investment strategy in hospitality and technology-related businesses.

Union Square Hospitality Group, the hospitality company founded by Danny Meyer, operates some of the nation's most beloved restaurants such as Union Square Cafe and Gramercy Tavern, and also created Shake Shack which went public in 2015.

Mark is also a partner and member of the investment committee of Enlightened Hospitality Investments, a growth equity fund affiliated with USHG with over $200 million of capital commitments, that was formed to identify and invest in scalable businesses with proven category leadership and a committed focus on building shareholder value by building an employee, customer and community-focused culture. Leveraging USHG’s 30+ years of experience, relationships and track record as operators and investors, EHI will primarily, but not exclusively, focus on fine casual restaurants and technology companies that fuel hospitality. Mark currently serves on the board of Joe Coffee, Salt & Straw, and Goldbely, portfolio companies of Enlightened Hospitality Investments and as a member of the Council on Chicago Booth for the University of Chicago.

Prior to joining USHG, Mark enjoyed a successful career in investment banking advising middle market growth companies, most recently serving as the global head of Technology, Media and Telecommunications at Piper Jaffray. In addition to Mark’s current board positions, Mark previously served on the boards of Trinity College, the Harlem Globetrotters, Leap Wireless (LEAP), Centennial Communications, Citadel Communications, T/SF Communications (TSF), and US Radio. Mark currently serves as chair of the board of Jacob’s Pillow Dance, a school and performance space in the Berkshires. Mark earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Trinity College.

Patti Simpson is the Chief People Officer of Union Square Hospitality Group (USHG) and oversees all Human Resource operations. In her role, Patti implements key systems and benefits that align with USHG’s Family Values (excellence, hospitality, entrepreneurial spirit, and integrity) to further enhance USHG’s philosophy of Enlightened Hospitality, the belief that putting employees first is the key to running a meaningful and sustainable business.

Patti joins USHG with a deeply rooted background in HR, where she has led HR operations for various domestic and international foodservice brands such as TGI Fridays, Ignite Restaurant Group (Joe’s Crab Shack, Brick House Tavern + Tap), Au Bon Pain, and most recently Ruby Tuesday.

Ashley Campbell is an Associate at SOUTHERNSUN ASSET MANAGEMENT and Chief Financial Officer at Union Square Hospitality Group. She has experience at CLOTHIER & HEAD PS.

As Chief Technology Officer of Union Square Hospitality Group, Kelly is responsible for the development and execution of USHG’s technology strategy and oversees all tech systems and team members. In her role, Kelly fosters innovation, maximizes operational efficiencies, and enables data-driven decisions to grow our brands and optimize the guest experience at each and every touchpoint.

A visionary and business savvy executive with over 20 years of experience, Kelly has an extensive background in strategy, development, execution, and operations across IT, shared services, and advisory roles. As Chief Information Officer for Restaurant Brands International, Kelly transformed the company mindset, aligned stakeholders, and set in motion an M&A blueprint that enabled rapid technology integration of both the Tim Hortons and Popeyes brands. In prior roles, Kelly worked with high-profile global brands including Abercrombie and Fitch and Hard Rock Café International to drive international expansion; multimillion growth drivers, and cost savings through technology modernization.

Richard Coraine works at USHEALTH Group and a Chief Operating Officer at Union Square Hospitality Group, COO at USHEALTH Group, and Partner at Union Square Hospitality Group and is based in New York City, New York. He has experience at Shake Shack and Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group. Richard attended Whittemore School of Business and Economics, The Culinary Institute of America between 1978 and 1980, and UNH Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics between 1980 and 1982.

As Union Square Hospitality Group’s Chief Investment Officer, Mark Leavitt is focused on USHG’s financing, equity structuring, and capital allocation, as well as investment strategy in hospitality and technology-related businesses.

Union Square Hospitality Group, the hospitality company founded by Danny Meyer, operates some of the nation's most beloved restaurants such as Union Square Cafe and Gramercy Tavern, and also created Shake Shack which went public in 2015.

Mark is also a partner and member of the investment committee of Enlightened Hospitality Investments, a growth equity fund affiliated with USHG with over $200 million of capital commitments, that was formed to identify and invest in scalable businesses with proven category leadership and a committed focus on building shareholder value by building an employee, customer and community-focused culture. Leveraging USHG’s 30+ years of experience, relationships and track record as operators and investors, EHI will primarily, but not exclusively, focus on fine casual restaurants and technology companies that fuel hospitality. Mark currently serves on the board of Joe Coffee, Salt & Straw, and Goldbely, portfolio companies of Enlightened Hospitality Investments and as a member of the Council on Chicago Booth for the University of Chicago.

Prior to joining USHG, Mark enjoyed a successful career in investment banking advising middle market growth companies, most recently serving as the global head of Technology, Media and Telecommunications at Piper Jaffray. In addition to Mark’s current board positions, Mark previously served on the boards of Trinity College, the Harlem Globetrotters, Leap Wireless (LEAP), Centennial Communications, Citadel Communications, T/SF Communications (TSF), and US Radio. Mark currently serves as chair of the board of Jacob’s Pillow Dance, a school and performance space in the Berkshires. Mark earned a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Trinity College.