The Stanza Noah Tepperberg
May 22, 2025
Noah Tepperberg, co-founder of Tao Group Hospitality, has over 30 years' experience in the industry, launching iconic venues like Marquee and Lavo. He dives into the key elements that make a venue successful, from strategic real estate decisions to the importance of disciplined partnerships. Noah shares his transformative journey from a summer job to a global hospitality leader and discusses the complexities of international expansion. He emphasizes the significance of quality over quantity in growth and offers invaluable advice for aspiring hospitality entrepreneurs.
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Discipline in Deal-Making
- Discipline means focusing on the right deals and saying no to the wrong ones.
- Success depends not on how many deals you do, but on doing the right ones.
Value of Great Partnerships
- Having trustworthy and complementary partners is critical in the hospitality business.
- Long-term partnerships bring shared experience and enjoyment along the journey.
Marquee Chelsea Location Anecdote
- Marquee NYC was opened in a previously seedy Chelsea area with great landlord support.
- They chose the location for zoning and neighborhood acceptance, which helped its longevity.