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We try to weave preservation through everything that we do, with a modern twist on occasion. Preservation leads to sustainability, and that's how we see the future. One thing that I must have in my restaurant is: "Awesome people.

There's no question about it. And that's on both ends -- with staff and guests. I am very blessed. Throughout the company, we have around staff. I have managers and chefs who have worked for me for 30 years. Great people are why we can do what we do. When I am home, my favorite food to cook is: "My philosophy is simple, fresh good food. Sometimes, I come home and just make myself a turkey sandwich. I have a kitchen below my office, and I could probably order anything, but nothing makes me happier than a turkey sandwich.

Simple is good for me. My favorite thing to do in my restaurant is: "I love projects. I love putting them together and then turning them over to other people. I am inspired by: "Everything that we do. I get to work with great food, people, architecture, design, entertainment and it's all extremely inspiring to me. The secret to my success is: "I love bringing people together. That's one of my passions -- seeing people enjoy themselves. We have a lot of great relationships with customers, our current staff, our former staff and the community.

Part of our mission statement is that we are always focused on being an asset to the community. It's very important to us. The advice I would give to upcoming restaurateurs is: "Be extremely prepared. It's daunting in every respect. There's nothing easy about the restaurant or entertainment industry. One thing that I'm proud of is: "I'm just excited that when we open 20 Monroe Live, it will be our 20th anniversary at The B.

We might have been 20 years too early for that, but I have been working on the new venue for a while, and watching it come to fruition is very exciting.

The city is ready for it. This is another one of those things that make Grand Rapids great, and I'm really excited by what can happen in the city. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. All rights reserved About Us. The company can make few changes to the building's rear stairway, which must accessible as a secondary exit from the building, John Gilmore said.

The Gilmore family issued a statement earlier this week , expressing condolences to the families of O'Brien and Bunting. The letter put on The B. The company has stepped up to sponsor many community efforts like Soup's On and Laughfest. The elder Gilmore says some of the criticism directed at the company has been difficult for his son. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. All rights reserved About Us.

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