Operations SOP

Following a successful career at IHG, Ned created Grill Ventures International, a company that specializes in developing/implementing F&B solutions for hotels, hotel chains, restaurant chains and management companies.

TIPS® (Training for Intervention ProcedureS) is the global leader in education and training for the responsible service, sale, and consumption of alcohol. Over the past 35 years, TIPS has certified over 5 million participants and trainers. TIPS training is conducted in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, and in over 50 different countries. View this video to recognize all the reasons your staff should be TiPS Certified. Watch Video

Bar Starz is the Hospitality Industry's Premier Beverage Operations and Systems Specialists Company. Since 1997, Bar Starz has been commissioned to evaluate, develop and/or manage beverage programs for such companies as Chili's, Marriott International, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, MGM Grand Las Vegas, & Delaware North Companies, just to name a few. To date, Bar Starz has opened over 300 bars and has trained over 11,000 bartenders and servers.

Innovative restaurant concept development from market research through concept development to operations. Comprehensive beverage program and strategy development for operators as well as suppliers to maximize the opportunity. Cutting edge ideas with real world results.