Posts Tagged ‘restaurateurs’

Cameron Mitchell on what he’s learned after 20 years in the restaurant biz

In the last 20 years, Cameron Mitchell has opened nearly 70 restaurants in eight states. The Upper Arlington native has more than a dozen restaurants in Central Ohio alone, including Marcella’s Ristorante, M, and Martini Modern Italian. Next month, he will unveil his first new concept in five years:...

January 22nd, 2013 | Expert Perspective | Read More

Lessner dishes on Columbus Food League’s present, future

A lot has happened since The Metropreneur profiled Elizabeth Lessner a little over two years ago. During that time, her restaurants’ parent company rebranded itself as the Columbus Food League (it was formerly Betty’s Family of Restaurants) and announced plans for three additional eateries:...

September 25th, 2012 | Business Profiles | Read More

Linden Café aquired by Milan Development

Business development entrepreneur Mo Wright has announced that his company, Milan Development, a subsidiary of The RAMA Cos., would be acquiring the Linden Café, located at 1393 Cleveland Ave. His company originally purchased the building housing the restaurant in 2009. Mataryun "Mo" Wright,...

May 28th, 2012 | Announcements | Read More

Picking Elizabeth Lessner’s Brain

It’s certainly arguable that Elizabeth Lessner, CEO and president of Betty’s Family of Restaurants, is one of the most successful entrepreneurs in Columbus. The 36-year-old Windy City native opened her first bar and restaurant, Betty’s Fine Food and Spirits, in 2001 and has since maintained a steady...