James Cafarelli

James Cafarelli is a seasoned entrepreneur and creative leader with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. Currently serving as Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at The Studio Kitchen since January 2021, James has also been a Board Member for the Cocoanut Grove Memorial Committee since 2017. James co-founded Rustic Kitchen in January 2001 and has held various leadership roles, including Creator and Director at The Foodie from 2018 to 2020, and Co-Founder at Bar Rustic from 2016 to 2020. As the Founder and CEO of Cafarelli Concepts from 2012 to 2020, James made significant contributions to business development. Earlier in the career, James was President of Development at House of Blues from 1992 to 1998 and co-founded Cafco Construction Management, LLC, from 1988 to 1995.