Chief People Officer, Union Square Hospitality Group
Patti Simpson 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.
Events Patti Simpson has Attended
Held on February 18, 2022 – Union Square Hospitality Group has created some of New York’s most beloved restaurants, cafes, and bars. In addition to also founding Shake Shack, USHG offers operational consulting, runs a multifaceted catering and events business, Union Square Events, and a growth fund, Enlightened Hospitality Investments (EHI). This talk, in addition to a Masters student field experience at the NYC headquarters in March 2022, continues SHA’s ongoing collaboration with USHG and founder CEO Danny Meyer, BU SHA ICON Awardee of 2021, to further delve into this award-winning company’s distinctive style of hospitality.
