Danny Meyer is one of America’s most transformative hospitality leaders and founder of Union Square Hospitality Group, creator of beloved restaurants including Union Square Cafe, Gramercy Tavern, and The Modern. His crowning achievement, Shake Shack, grew from a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park to a publicly traded global phenomenon, proving his ability to scale hospitality excellence worldwide.

Meyer revolutionized the industry through his “Enlightened Hospitality” philosophy, which prioritizes employee satisfaction as the foundation for exceptional customer experiences. This approach has become the gold standard for service excellence, influencing businesses far beyond restaurants and establishing new benchmarks for leadership and corporate culture.

As keynote speaker and author of bestselling “Setting the Table,” Meyer addresses audiences on leadership, customer experience, and innovation. His success in one of the world’s most challenging industries makes him an authentic voice on business transformation and creating competitive advantages through genuine human connection.