Innovative Dining Group
John Dilazzaro is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in financial management and strategic planning. As the Chief Financial Officer at Innovative Dining Group since January 2013, John oversees financial operations for a multi-brand restaurant group with significant revenue and a large workforce. Previously, John served as Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at NBC Universal, General Electric, and Comcast, where leadership of a finance team contributed to innovative business strategies and substantial revenue growth. Early career roles include management positions at Gap Inc. and Wells Fargo Financial, where John demonstrated an ability to drive financial initiatives and operational success. John holds an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management and a BS in Finance and Management from the University of Oregon.
Innovative Dining Group
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Founded in 1997, Innovative Dining Group (IDG) is known for its success in reimagining concepts including the steakhouse, sushi bars, robatayaki, and teppanyaki restaurants. IDG operates seven of the most popular and successful restaurants and lounges in Los Angeles: Sushi Roku (with locations Santa Monica, and Pasadena), BOA Steakhouse (with locations in West Hollywood and Santa Monica), Katana in West Hollywood, Robata Bar in Santa Monica, and the brand’s new flagship concept, ROKU in West Hollywood. The company also operates a Sushi Roku at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, one at the W Scottsdale, and a newly opened location at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. In addition to its renowned brick-and-mortar locations, IDG opened two concepts at LAX airport: B Grill by BOA Steakhouse in partnership with Areas USA, and Luckyfish in partnership with Star Concessions. Internationally, IDG operates BOA Steakhouse in Abu Dhabi, as well as a forthcoming Katana in Dubai. Additionally, IDG is set to debut Katana Chicago this Summer/Fall 2016. All of IDG’s venues reflect bold, modern interpretations of traditional concepts, reflective of the company’s dynamic partners. For more details please visit IDG’s website, Facebook page, Twitter, or Instagram.