Our Team

Denver • Los Angeles • Orange County

Nathan Long

CEO & Founder of NVL, Nathan has a distinguished background in hospitality leadership and management. With over 15 years of experience in hospitality, he built his education around the magic of making people feel welcome and cared for. Determined to fuse his entrepreneurship with his restaurant experience, he has worked for young start ups and NRO's (New Restaurant Openings) in order to prepare himself for the rigorous demands that this competitive market requires.

Working in various restaurants, wineries and hotels, Nathan brings new ideas and pairs them with the fundamentals in order to achieve success and concept growth. He specializes in Leadership Development and Communication, within and outside of the restaurant and hospitality field . "Creating the objective is easy, inspiring others to chase it with you, is an art..."

Contact: nathan@nvlconsulting.com

Noemi Ramos

Noemi Ramos has been in the hospitality business for over 30 years, having experience in hotels, resorts and independent restaurants. She possesses a degree in Culinary Arts and a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management with a Court Master Sommeliers Level 1.

Noemi used to work as a pastry chef, working here to the front of the house as a server, food runner, supervisor, manager, beverage manager, restaurant general manager, food and beverage director and now General Manager of an independent restaurant. Her background in Culinary Arts, experience in food and wine, and connections with sales

representatives in Atlanta and Colorado make her the perfect wine assistant, making sure your wine list goes with every item on your menu.

Noemi used to work as a General Manager for an independent restaurant and employed in a Carboy Winery in Colorado. Currently Noemi works in a food service company in Denver, Colorado... " I know that being in hospitality means I will have to make sacrifices. But it's who I am, it's in my blood."

Contact: noemi@nvlconsulting.com

Brandon Elkins

Beverage and bar expert, Brandon is an entrepreneur and veteran bartender with an extensive background in Beer, Wine and Craft Cocktails. His talent for combining unique flavors with inviting presentations is nothing short of artistry. He has an aptitude for designing a beverage menu that draws attention and tells a story.

With years of experience opening bars and managing beverage programs, he is able to quickly identify key aspects of bar operations to improve revenue, lower costs and elevate the dining experience for the guests... "Hold my beer..."

Contact: brandon@nvlconsulting.com

Darren Pusetari

Darren brings a legendary arsenal of knowledge to the team with his extensive experience as Executive Chef at numerous restaurant groups in Denver. There is little in the culinary world he has not seen or tasted. He has developed a lifelong passion for trying new cuisines and borrowing techniques from all genres of food to influence how he cooks.

Bringing his knowledge into ensuring the success of restaurants and kitchens, he combines his strategic know how with creativity and finesse. His dishes always speak from the roots of their origin, painting a picture that the guests can hold on to and remember. His time tested leadership always ensures a successful service, knowing the potential pitfalls and tailoring the menu and staff to avoid them... "Forest Floor! Plate it like it's growing out of the plate... a Forest Floor."