David Benowitz is President and Coowner of Craft & Crew Hospitality, a growing restaurant group in the Twin Cities. After graduating from the business school at the University of Kansas, David quickly realized that the corporate world didn't move fast enough for him  so he joined his father in the restaurant business. Over the last 20 years, he has opened or reconcepted eight unique bar/restaurants while building and establishing the Craft & Crew brand as a leader in this community. David's commitment to intentional leadership, corporate culture, and employee growth has created an organization in which both salaried and hourly employees are aligned with the mission and success of the stores they serve. David also is the founder of Twin Cities Restaurant Leadership. This local group provides tools and resources for new and established restaurant owners a platform to connect, communicate issues, discover ideas and learn from each others experiences.