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Hi, I'm Brian Bartels, a published author, editor, and hospitality professional with over fifteen years of experience owning and operating successful small businesses in New York City and Wisconsin. I've had the honor of being nominated for an IACP Award and having a #1 selling Food & Beverage book on Amazon. I thrive on captivating stories, proactive content, and fostering enthusiastic workplaces. I specialize in team leadership, content creation, media relations, and strategic development. I've provided seminars nationwide, created employee handbooks, and consulted on business planning and marketing. My passion lies in communication, creativity, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while leading with mindfulness and professionalism.…Hi, I'm Brian Bartels, a published author, editor, and hospitality professional with over fifteen years of experience owning and operating successful small businesses in New York City and Wisconsin. I've had the honor of being nominated for an IACP Award and having a #1 selling Food & Beverage book on Amazon. I thrive on captivating stories, proactive content, and fostering enthusiastic workplaces. I specialize in team leadership, content creation, media relations, and strategic development. I've provided seminars nationwide, created employee handbooks, and consulted on business planning and marketing. My passion lies in communication, creativity, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while leading with mindfulness and professionalism.

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Hi, I'm Brian Bartels, a published author, editor, and hospitality professional with over fifteen years of experience owning and operating successful small businesses in New York City and Wisconsin. I've had the honor of being nominated for an IACP Award and having a #1 selling Food & Beverage book on Amazon. I thrive on captivating stories, proactive content, and fostering enthusiastic workplaces. I specialize in team leadership, content creation, media relations, and strategic development. I've provided seminars nationwide, created employee handbooks, and consulted on business planning and marketing. My passion lies in communication, creativity, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while leading with mindfulness and professionalism.…Hi, I'm Brian Bartels, a published author, editor, and hospitality professional with over fifteen years of experience owning and operating successful small businesses in New York City and Wisconsin. I've had the honor of being nominated for an IACP Award and having a #1 selling Food & Beverage book on Amazon. I thrive on captivating stories, proactive content, and fostering enthusiastic workplaces. I specialize in team leadership, content creation, media relations, and strategic development. I've provided seminars nationwide, created employee handbooks, and consulted on business planning and marketing. My passion lies in communication, creativity, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while leading with mindfulness and professionalism.

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Hi, I’m Brian Bartels, a published author, editor, and hospitality professional with over fifteen years of experience owning and operating successful small businesses in New York City and Wisconsin. I’ve had the honor of being nominated for an IACP Award and having a #1 selling Food & Beverage book on Amazon. I thrive on captivating stories, proactive content, and fostering enthusiastic workplaces.

I specialize in team leadership, content creation, media relations, and strategic development. I’ve provided seminars nationwide, created employee handbooks, and consulted on business planning and marketing. My passion lies in communication, creativity, and maintaining strong client relationships, all while leading with mindfulness and professionalism.

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Work Experience

Owner at Settle Down Tavern, Oz by Oz, Turn Key Supper Club

January 1, 2020 - Present

Opened and currently operate multiple hospitality venues, including a 175-seat tavern established in the middle of the pandemic, a cocktail bar, and a supper club with over 200 seats and a private event space. Responsible for all aspects of business management, including team leadership, customer service, event planning, and maintaining a strong workplace culture.

Co-Founder/Managing Partner at Happy Cooking Hospitality

December 31, 2020 - July 18, 2025

Co-founded a hospitality business that successfully opened ten establishments across Manhattan over eleven years. Led business planning, operations management, staff training, marketing, and system development to create thriving hospitality environments.

Owner at Settle Down Tavern, Oz by Oz, Turn Key Supper Club

January 1, 2020 - Present

Opened a 175-seat tavern in the middle of the pandemic and a cocktail bar shortly thereafter. Managed Turn Key Supper Club which seats over 200 with a private event space. Responsible for overall business operations, team management, and customer experience.

Co-Founder/Managing Partner at Happy Cooking Hospitality

December 31, 2020 - July 18, 2025

Co-founded Happy Cooking with CEO Gabriel Stulman and opened ten businesses in eleven years throughout Manhattan. Worked on business plans, staff training, workplace culture, communication, service exercises, and operational systems. Led seminars on workplace engagement and developed employee handbooks and training programs.