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Board of Directors

​The Delaware Restaurant Association has a proven record of protecting industry interests. We strive to improve the business environment for restaurants, advocating on a slate of national, state and local issues. Our Board of Directors are industry leaders committed to keeping Delaware restaurateurs informed about the latest rules, regulations and legislative policies affecting their businesses. Our foundation is proud to lead workforce development initiatives in Delaware and to provide training opportunities and pathways for advancement for Delaware’s diverse communities.
2025 Chairman of the Board
Jeff Gosnear, Grotto Pizza Inc.
​Vice-chair
​Michael Stiglitz, 2SP Group
​Treasurer
Paula Janssen, Janssen's Market / J's Cafe
​Immediate Past Chair
​Gianmarco Martuscelli, Martuscelli Restaurant Group
​President & CEO
Carrie Leishman

Directors

  • Angela Tsionas, Tsionas Management

  • Betsy LeRoy, Pizza by Elizabeths

  • Billy Savage, Diamond State Meats

  • Bobby Pancake, High 5 Hospitality

  • Carla Guzzi, Bing's Bakery/Bing's Bake & Brew

  • Carl Georigi, Platinum Dining Group

  • Chris Taggart, The Dog House

  • Dennis Forbes, Restaurant 55

  • Drew DiFonzo, TKO Hospitality

  • Dr. Sheryl Kline, University of Delaware

  • Holy Monaco, Big Fish Restaurant Group

  • Hope Lopez, El Azteca Group

  • Jeff Cook, 2 Fat Guys

  • Jillian Bruce-Willis, Brew HaHa!

  • Jose Lopez, La Tolteca

  • Marc Ashby, Ashby Hospitality Group

  • Matt DiSabatino, Kindle/Half Full

  • Parthiban Jayaraman (PJ), The Green Turtle

  • Paul Ruggiero, NKS Distributors

  • Richard Schneider, National Restaurant Association Representative

  • Robert Ashby, Ashby Hospitality Group

  • Ryan German, Caffe Gelato

  • Scott Kammerer, SoDel Concepts

  • Steve Lucey, Six Paupers

  • Steve Montgomery, The Starboard/Bethany Blues

Directors Emeritus

  • Kevin Davies

  • Les Dukart

  • Sam Calagione

  • Steve Torpey

  • Sydney Arzt

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DRF Board of Directors

2025 Chairman of the Board
Javier Acuna, Hakuna Hospitality Group
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Vice Chair
Tim Hunter, Food Bank of Delaware
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Treasurer
Hank Rosenberg, Harrington Raceway & Casino
​Immediate Past Chair
Tom Hannum, Buckley's Tavern/Goober's Diner
​President & CEO
Carrie Leishman

Directors

  • Corey Harrison, Ecolab

  • Danielle Panarello, SoDel Concepts

  • Kelly O'Hanlon, Harry's Hospitality Group

  • Lori Liguori, High 5 Hospitality Group

  • Mary Dupont, La Plaza Delaware

  • Michelle Souza, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits

  • Tom Holmes, 1776 Steakhouse

  • Vincenza Carrieri-Russo, V&M Bistro / Ice Cream Delight

  • Xavier Teixido, Harry’s Hospitality Group

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