Donato Ricci

Donato Ricci is an experienced hospitality professional and current Honorary Board Member for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, focusing on literacy programs since March 2023. As the CEO and Operator of Ricci Hospitality Group since January 2016, Donato specializes in hospitality management and consultancy for private events. Previous roles include General Manager positions at Obicà Mozzarella Bar, Mina Group, and Catalina Island Company, where responsibilities included overseeing operations and reporting to executive leadership. Additionally, Donato served as a shareholder at Tre Fiamme from August 2020 to May 2023 and held various managerial roles, including Assistant General Manager at Aventine and Operation Manager at Frittella Group. Donato holds a Bachelor's degree in Restaurant/Food Services Management from Istituto alberghiero "Giovanni Falcone."