Benjamin Goldberg(VI)
Benjamin Goldberg is the founder and co-owner of Strategic Hospitality alongside brother and co-owner Max Goldberg. Founded in 2006, the company has since created various concepts that have contributed to the fabric of the city's dining culture. Benjamin and Max, who were raised in Nashville, are deeply committed to supporting the local community and upholding the kindness for which the city is known. In August 2023, Chef Josh Habiger joined Benjamin and Max Goldberg as partner, further enriching the company's expertise in hospitality.
To date, the portfolio includes Merchants, The Patterson House, The Catbird Seat, The Band Box, The Country Club at The Band Box, Bastion, Henrietta Red, Locust, Kisser, Kitty Hawk Eat + Drink, Voodoo Doughnut and The Titans Press Box in the Nashville International Airport®, and Taqueria Zepeda in Geodis Park. Strategic Hospitality proudly operates Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk, owned by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, which opened in November 2023. The Goldberg brothers' nomination for the 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020 James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Restaurateur attests to their entrepreneurial drive, innovative ideas, and focus on exceptional customer service within each of their establishments.
A believer and supporter in the city of Nashville, Benjamin sits on the board for Leadership Nashville. He is also a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization.
To date, the portfolio includes Merchants, The Patterson House, The Catbird Seat, The Band Box, The Country Club at The Band Box, Bastion, Henrietta Red, Locust, Kisser, Kitty Hawk Eat + Drink, Voodoo Doughnut and The Titans Press Box in the Nashville International Airport®, and Taqueria Zepeda in Geodis Park. Strategic Hospitality proudly operates Friends In Low Places Bar & Honky-Tonk, owned by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, which opened in November 2023. The Goldberg brothers' nomination for the 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020 James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Restaurateur attests to their entrepreneurial drive, innovative ideas, and focus on exceptional customer service within each of their establishments.
A believer and supporter in the city of Nashville, Benjamin sits on the board for Leadership Nashville. He is also a member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization.