Meet OpenTable’s Advisory Board

OpenTable is in the business of helping restaurants succeed, which is why we consult with a panel of seasoned hospitality leaders to ensure that business decisions are rooted in real world experience.

Meet OpenTable’s Advisory Board

Chris DeSaye

José Andrés Group
Washington, DC

Dan Simons

Farmers Restaurant Group
Washington, DC

Ellen Yin

High Street Hospitality Group
Philadelphia, PA

Erick Williams

Virtue Hospitality Group
Chicago, IL

Kevin Boehm

Boka Restaurant Group
Chicago, IL

Will Guidara

Unreasonable Hospitality
New York, NY

Chris DeSaye

Washington, DC

Dan Simons

Washington, DC

Ellen Yin

Philadelphia, PA

Erick Williams

Chicago, IL

Kevin Boehm

Chicago, IL

Will Guidara

New York, NY

Chris DeSaye

Chief Technology Officer • José Andrés Group • Washington, D.C.

As the José Andrés Group’s chief technology officer, DeSaye has spent 20-plus years hyper-focused on innovation and technology strategy for enterprise groups.

“With the new leadership at the helm, OpenTable is focused on evolving. My aim is to provide essential feedback as they develop a business toolkit to help restaurants thrive, ensuring growth at scale without losing the essence of personal connections with patrons.”

Chris DeSaye

Chief Technology Officer
José Andrés Group
Washington, D.C.

As the José Andrés Group’s chief technology officer, DeSaye has spent 20-plus years hyper-focused on innovation and technology strategy for enterprise groups.

“With the new leadership at the helm, OpenTable is focused on evolving. My aim is to provide essential feedback as they develop a business toolkit to help restaurants thrive, ensuring growth at scale without losing the essence of personal connections with patrons.”

Dan Simons

Founder • Farmers Restaurant Group • Washington, D.C.

Simons is not only an accomplished restaurateur but also an outspoken advocate for family farming, sustainable operations, and mental health.

“We love what we do. We want to stay in business long term. We love the diner. We want to take care of our people. And we can use OpenTable to help us accomplish all of those goals.”

Dan Simons

Founder
Farmers Restaurant Group
Washington, D.C.

Simons is not only an accomplished restaurateur but also an outspoken advocate for family farming, sustainable operations, and mental health.

“We love what we do. We want to stay in business long term. We love the diner. We want to take care of our people. And we can use OpenTable to help us accomplish all of those goals.”

Ellen Yin

Restaurateur • High Street Hospitality • Philadelphia, PA

Yin is a James Beard Award-winning restaurateur who has grown High Street Hospitality into one of Philadelphia’s leading restaurant groups.

“OpenTable has been a trusted partner for many years and recently, I’ve seen so much growth and positive change in the company and its mission.”

Ellen Yin

Restaurateur
High Street Hospitality
Philadelphia, PA

Yin is a James Beard Award-winning restaurateur who has grown High Street Hospitality into one of Philadelphia’s leading restaurant groups.

“OpenTable has been a trusted partner for many years and recently, I’ve seen so much growth and positive change in the company and its mission.”

Erick Williams

Chef & Owner • Virtue Hospitality Group • Chicago, IL

Williams has built his name in hospitality as a James Beard Award-winning chef whose Virtue Hospitality Group is intent on improving industry standards and diversity.

“We have the opportunity to shape the future of dining, ensuring inclusivity, sustainability, and unforgettable experiences for all. OpenTable’s dedication to fostering positive change within the industry resonates profoundly with my own mission.”

Erick Williams

Chef & Owner
Virtue Hospitality Group
Chicago, IL

Williams has built his name in hospitality as a James Beard Award-winning chef whose Virtue Hospitality Group is intent on improving industry standards and diversity.

“We have the opportunity to shape the future of dining, ensuring inclusivity, sustainability, and unforgettable experiences for all. OpenTable’s dedication to fostering positive change within the industry resonates profoundly with my own mission.”

Kevin Boehm

Restaurateur • Boka Restaurant Group • Chicago, IL

With more than 30 restaurants and a James Beard award to his name, Boehm is one of the most successful restaurant industry leaders in the United States.

“OpenTable has always been super open to feedback. They have an understanding that we’re the people on the front lines.”

Kevin Boehm

Restaurateur
Boka Restaurant Group
Chicago, IL

With more than 30 restaurants and a James Beard award to his name, Boehm is one of the most successful restaurant industry leaders in the United States.

“OpenTable has always been super open to feedback. They have an understanding that we’re the people on the front lines.”

Will Guidara

Restaurateur, Author • The Welcome Conference • New York, NY

A legendary restaurateur, Guidara is also an in-demand author and speaker whose book Unreasonable Hospitality is a modern manifesto for the industry.

“The people on the board focus on so many different facets of the industry. There is someone representing my interests regardless of what kind of restaurant I have.”

Will Guidara

Restaurateur, Author
The Welcome Conference
New York, NY

A legendary restaurateur, Guidara is also an in-demand author and speaker whose book Unreasonable Hospitality is a modern manifesto for the industry.

“The people on the board focus on so many different facets of the industry. There is someone representing my interests regardless of what kind of restaurant I have.”

OpenTable Advisory Board Alumni

It’s an honor to call these renowned restaurateurs former board members. We’re grateful for the enthusiasm, energy, insights, and expertise they shared along the way.

Bill Chait

President, Tartine Bakery
Los Angeles, CA

Danny Meyer

Founder, Union Square Hospitality Group
New York, NY

Elizabeth Blau

Founder, Blau & Associates
Las Vegas, NV

Hanson Li

Founder, Salt Partners Group
San Francisco, CA

Lien Ta

Founder, Here’s Looking at You
and All Day Baby
Los Angeles, CA

Yoshitaka Hayashi

Chairman, Wondertable
Japan

OpenTable Advisory Board Alumni

It’s an honor to call these renowned restaurateurs former board members. We’re grateful for the enthusiasm, energy, insights, and expertise they shared along the way.