Ready to transform your bar into a captivating stage? This panel discussion, inspired by Diageo Bar Academy, will ignite your creativity!
Industry veterans ms franky marshall, Katie Renshaw, and Jonathan Stanyard will unveil the secrets of crafting theatrical experiences that will impress your audience, incorporating visual storytelling into every cocktail service, and building a truly memorable atmosphere that keeps customers coming back for more.
Walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your cocktail program, boost customer engagement, create lasting impressions, and differentiate your bar in a crowded market. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to add a touch of magic to your service and turn every drink into an unforgettable experience.
ms franky marshall, Modern Bartender and Educator
franky is an internationally recognized Bartender, cocktail creator, educator, speaker, spirit and cocktail competition judge, and event host. She has worked at such notable New York City establishments as Dead Rabbit, Clover Club, Holiday Cocktail Lounge, and Le Boudoir Brooklyn where she earned acclaim in her role as Bar Director & Head Atmosphere Curator.
franky was nominated for Tales of the Cocktail's Top 10 Best U.S. Bar Mentor, twice for U.S. Bartender of the Year, and was inducted into the Dame Hall of Fame (now Catalyst). As the former Vice-President of the USBGNY, she volunteered her time to focus on education and mentorship. She continues to give back in many ways, and is currently a Co-Chair of the TOTCF Education Committee.
franky's accreditations include Certified Cognac / Pineau des Charentes Educator, CMS I, WSET II Wine, DO Cava & Armagnac Academies, and BAR 5-Day, where she is also part of the faculty.
A multi-hyphenate, franky has hosted North America's 50 Best Bars ceremonies, judged competitions around the globe, presented at international bar shows, contributed spirits reviews to industry publications, and developed cocktails across categories. Highly sought after for her opinions, her unique insights have been featured in numerous books and various media.
Katie Renshaw, 2019 World Class US Bartender of the Year
Katie is a bartender in Chicago, where her passion for cocktails drove her to leave her "day job" to seek mentorship behind the bar; to her parents dismay, she never looked back. Her true love for bartending accelerated her career at a rapid rate, and her creativity led her to fast success. She's bartended at some of Chicago's top bars including Moneygun, GreenRiver, Billy Sunday, and The Office at Aviary. She has also seen success in several national bartending competitions: most notably, winning the title of 2019 US World Class Bartender of the Year. She currently leads the team at Hawksmoor Chicago as their lead bartender, and executes innovative cocktail pop-ups in her spare time.
Jonathan Stanyard, 2024 World Class US Bartender of the Year
Jonathan Stanyard is a well-versed industry professional. He has over 22 years of experience perfecting the art of hospitality while bartending on and off-premise. Over the years, he has grasped how to maximize the potential of raw ingredients while managing waste and time management. Since 2019 he has operated The Bitter Gringo Co., specializing in consultations, content creation, and education. In 2022, Jonathan won the World's Best Margarita title, deemed so by Cointreau in their Global Margarita Challenge. In 2023, he ranked among the Top 5 bartenders in the USBG's World Class Competition. Jonathan continues to pursue the craft of hospitality within the food and beverage business while building menus across the country and sharing his vast knowledge with his community.
Leftbank Annex Class/Seminar/Experience for pre-assigned Student Pass holders and Bartender Pass Auditing.
Location: Leftbank Annex, 101 N Weidler St, Portland, OR 97227
Sponsored by: Diageo Bar Academy
