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The Junto Welcomes Joe Shonce as New Executive Chef
The Junto Hotel | May 13, 2024
Joe Shonce to oversee all culinary operations at Award-Winning Hotel in Columbus, Ohio COLUMBUS, OHIO, May 13, 2024— The Junto, Columbus, Ohio’s first independent lifestyle hotel, is honored to announce Joe Shonce as its new Executive Chef. With his exceptional accomplishments and commitment to culinary education and advancement, Chef Shonce is well-equipped to enrich the dining experience at The Junto’s renowned concepts. As Executive Chef, Shonce will oversee all culinary operations at The Junto’s onsite eateries including Little West Tavern, Little West Poutine, Brass Eye, Maudine’s and The Trade Room. With over two decade...
Rockbridge and Makeready Open The Junto in Columbus, Ohio
The Junto | June 5, 2023
Columbus, Ohio, June 5, 2023 – Rockbridge and Makeready announce the grand opening of The Junto. The highly anticipated independent lifestyle hotel promises to be a dynamic hub to bring people together within the Columbus community. Nestled ‘a little west’ of downtown and steps away from Franklinton, known for its flourishing art scene, and rich historical heritage, The Junto elevates the city's innovative spirit to new heights. "I am incredibly proud and humbled to bring The Junto to Columbus," said Jimmy Merkel, Rockbridge CEO and Founder of Makeready. “Having witnessed the remarkable growth and potential of this city, we wa...
Makeready Appoints Christian Kraul-Rodriguez as Director of Sales and Marketing for The Junto
The Junto | April 18, 2023
Columbus, Ohio, April 18, 2023– – Makeready, the hospitality company that concepts, manages, and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands, recently named Christian Kraul-Rodriguez as Director of Sales and Marketing for its new independent lifestyle property in Columbus, Ohio, The Junto. Kraul-Rodriguez joins the team after serving most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Viking Hotel (Davidson Hotels) located in Newport, Rhode Island. As Director of Sales and Marketing, Kraul-Rodriguez will lead the independent brand strategy, drive deep partnerships within the community, w...
Rockbridge and Makeready to Introduce The Junto to Columbus, Ohio in May 2023
The Junto | February 8, 2023
Columbus, Ohio, February 8, 2023 – Rockbridge and Makeready are proud to announce The Junto will open May 2023 in Columbus, Ohio and is now welcoming reservations at thejuntohotel.com. Known for its vibrant art scene, expanding tech industry and historical contributions, Columbus is undergoing an energetic transformation. Beginning in May, Ohio’s capital city will welcome its first independent lifestyle hotel to match its innovative energy. The Junto is designed from the ground up to serve as a hub to bring people together within the Columbus community producing an inventive meeting place for locals and travelers al...
