OUR TEAM
AT RIVERPARK, WE ARE A DEDICATED TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS PASSIONATE ABOUT HOSPITALITY. WE STRIVE TO CREATE UNIQUE AND ENGAGING EVENTS AND DINING EXPERIENCES FOR ALL OUR GUESTS, AND DO IT ALL WITH UNPARALLELED SERVICE.
Arthur F. Backal
CEO & FOUNDER OF BACKAL HOSPITALITY GROUP
An expert in all aspects of dining, hospitality and celebrations, Arthur F. Backal is the CEO of Backal Hospitality Group (BHG) and has overseen world-renowned venues and executed thousands of milestone events for over 30 years. As a deeply respected voice and industry veteran, Arthur has supplied his magic touch in the development of numerous iconic hotels and restaurants around the world. He has also managed 20+ event spaces and offered consulting services on countless projects in New York City.
Meet the Team
Allen Atwell Chief Operating Officer
German Villatoro VP of Culinary
Nadine Pizzuto General Manager & Wine Director
Jonathan LoGrasso Service Manager
Nicole Ehrenfeld Director of Operations
Nina Lambert Director of Events
Jon Jackson Event Manager
Emily Mitchell Event Manager