Michael Tully Named Director Of Business Development At Patina Restaurant Group

Online, April 29, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Patina Restaurant Group, the nation's leading multi-concept operator in the premium segments of the restaurant and food service industry, announced today the appointment of Michael Tully to the position of Director of Business Development.

Prior to joining Patina Restaurant Group, Tully was Director of Business Development, Sports & Entertainment Division for Aramark, dealing with the acquisition of new business in the Western States. Tully will be instrumental in the development of new business for Patina Restaurant Group from coast to coast on a wide range of venues, but not limited to, Cultural Centers, Performing Art Centers, Museums, Sports Arenas, Aquariums, and Business & Institution dining.

"Michael brings to us a wide range of talent and skills and we all look forward to the many contributions that he will give to our organization," said Fred Wolfe, President of Patina Restaurant Group.

Tully has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 holding positions in Business Development, Marketing and Sales with such brands as Quiznos, Molex, Delaware North and Ogden Entertainment.

About Patina Restaurant Group
Patina Restaurant Group (www.patinagroup.com ), a bi-coastal boutique company, is a leader in the premium segment of the restaurant industry. On the West Coast its portfolio includes the renowned, Michelin-starred Patina Restaurant in Walt Disney Concert Hall, Nick & Stef's Steakhouse, Cafe Pinot at the Maguire Gardens, Zucca Ristorante, Pinot Bistro, Catal and three other restaurants in Anaheim's Downtown Disney District®, Leatherby's Cafe Rouge at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, Pinot Brasserie in Las Vegas and catering and food service in museums and cultural centers throughout California.

On the East Coast, its portfolio features New York City's world-famous Rockefeller Center Ice Rink, Rock Center Cafe, The Sea Grill, Brasserie, Brasserie 8½, Cafe Centro, Naples 45, The Grand Tier Restaurant at the Metropolitan Opera and La Fonda Del Sol. Other East Coast properties include Tutto Italia Ristorante at the Epcot World Showcase in Orlando, FL.