Jeffrey Gates

Jeffrey Gates has a diverse and extensive work experience in the hospitality industry. Jeffrey currently holds the position of Chief Operating Officer at Columbus Hospitality Group, a role they started in September 2023. Prior to that, they worked at US Foods as a Restaurant Operations Consultant from March 2023. Before that, Jeffrey served as the Chairman of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association from July 2019 to March 2023. Jeffrey was also a Member of the Executive Board at the National Restaurant Association from September 2015 to March 2023. Additionally, they have experience as a Managing Director at SoWa Hospitality Group, a Partner at Aquitaine Group, and a General Manager at Mistral Boston. Furthermore, they served as a Member of the Board at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Boston.

Jeffrey Gates earned their Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University between 1978 and 1983. Jeffrey also obtained additional certifications in "Creating Your Personal Brand" from LinkedIn, and "TIPS Certification" from Health Communications. The specific dates of obtaining these certifications are not provided.