Douglas Katz
Edgewater Hospitality (Zhug, Amba, Kiln)
Education: Culinary Institute of America; bachelor’s degree, University of Denver
What Guides My Decision Making: My team and my customers
What Motivates Me: My team and my community. I love living in Gordon Square on the West side of Cleveland. I walk my dogs daily at the Metroparks and that is what truly motivates me.
Most Important Leadership Quality: Approachability
Proudest Moment: Today
Theme Song of My Leadership Style: “You’ve Got a Friend in Me”
My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: Paper route. I learned responsibility and connection to my neighborhood. I learned about money management and customer service, and most importantly, I learned about personal fulfillment.
Hobby/Passion: Pottery and yoga
Where I Will Be In 10 Years: Cleveland, Ohio
If I Were a Character from a TV Show or Movie, I’d Be: Stanley Tucci as himself