Meet our Judges
Fatima Butler
Founder at Rooted in Hospitality, Chicago
Danny Shapiro
Founding partner in Scofflaw Group, Chicago
Mike Ryan
Global Beverage Director, Acurio International, Chicago
Chris Barna
Bar Manager at Proof, 2022 Top 50 US World Class 2023 Top 30 US World Class, Charleston
Jonathan Pizano
Beverage Manager at The Hoxton, Chicago
Ariel Neal
Vice President United States Bartenders Guild- Chicago Chapter, Chicago
Jared Givens
Director of Restaurants, Bars, and Events at The Thompson, Hyatt Hotels, Dallas