Meet the Executive Leadership Team
Culinary Culture
Learning
Jim Horan | Founder & CEO | he/him/his
Been with Ƶ since: 1983
Favorite Ƶ event: Julia Child visiting and having breakfast with Ƶ.
Favorite Ƶ dish: Anything grilled over coals.
Fun Fact: My Social Services education was excellent training for my present career.
Daniel Joseph | Operating Partner | he/him/his
Been with Ƶ since: 2009
Favorite Ƶ event: The Art Institute of Chicago Salutes Richard and Maggie Daley, April 2011 – Millenium Park.
Favorite Ƶ dish: Wao Bao Station.
Fun Fact: Mastered the art of conversation by listening.
Beth Bracco | VP of Business Development | she/her/hers
Been with Ƶ since: 1994
Favorite Ƶ event: Colgate Reception at Symphony Center where Bonnie Raitt performed.
Favorite Ƶ dish: The housemade pita chips are addicting!
Fun Fact: I’ve mastered the art of attending 4 events in one night!