With more than 30 years of experience in the beverage operations and hospitality industry, Philip has helped open over 100 bars, nightclubs and full-service restaurants around the world. During his time in operations, Philip served as the director of beverage for Ruth’s Hospitality Group, Inc., which owns and operates Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and Patrick Henry Creative Promotions ... a beverage solutions and marketing company, as well as leading his own consulting group, Bar Starz, Inc. He has been featured on several local and national TV segments including Americas Health Network, Fox Sunday, The Travel Channel, Fox Sports Network, WGN, “DAYTIME” and Great Day Houston.

Philip’s accolades include:
•Best Cocktail - Logans Steakhouse
•Best Beverage Menu - Night Club and Bar
•Best Beverage Program – Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, CHEERS Magazine
•Best Signature Drink - Melting Pot, CHEERS Magazine
•Best Educational Program - Carrabba’s Italian Grill
•Certified Whiskey Sommelier, Whiskey Marketing Group 2015
•USA winner and representative at the First International Mixology Competition – Placed 3rd in the world 2007