Courtney Smallwood is a seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, currently serving as the Director of Operations and General Manager at BOKA Restaurant Group since October 2022. Prior experience includes various leadership roles at Hillstone Restaurant Group from February 2017 to August 2022, where responsibilities ranged from General Manager to Bar and Service Manager. Courtney's earlier experience includes positions as Event Intern at Old Town Marquee, Catering Staff at Morton's Fine Catering, and Management Intern at Detroit Athletic Club. Initial roles in the field include positions as Host at J. Alexander's Restaurant and Lockhart's Barbecue. Courtney holds a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Business from Michigan State University and an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts from Schoolcraft College.