Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Jeff Chandler has held significant leadership positions within the hospitality industry, currently serving as CEO and President of HiBar Hospitality Group since January 2022 and CEO of Hopdoddy Burger Bar since July 2016. With a robust background that includes roles as CEO and President of Opper Melang Restaurant Group and leadership in the Young Presidents' Organization as Pacific Region Chapter Health and Chapter Chair, Chandler demonstrates expertise in team building and organizational growth. Additionally, Chandler has contributed as Chair of the Board of Advisors for the University of Washington Big W Club, further showcasing a commitment to leadership and mentorship within the community. Chandler earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business/Finance from the University of Washington between 1985 and 1989.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
In 2010, four friends had a goal: to set a new standard for burger bars. Hopdoddy pushed the boundaries of what’s expected by bringing together craft beer and unique burger concoctions – all with high-quality ingredients and even higher standards. Famous Hopdoddy fans include Jimmy Kimmel and Rachael Ray, who has dubbed it one of her favorite burger joints in America. Hopdoddy has been named one of the “The Best Burgers in America” by Food & Wine, one of the “33 Best Burgers in the Entire Country” by Thrillist in 2013, one of The Daily Meal’s best “101 Burgers in America,” and one of the “10 Brands to Watch” for 2015 by CNBC and MSN. What's a hopdoddy, you ask? Hops are a flower used to make beer tasty & Doddy is a nickname for Black Angus cattle. Put them together and you have Hopdoddy! The world has plenty of places to get a burger & a cold one... we're just dedicated to do the best rendition out there.