About Kimberly Grant
Kimberly Grant is an accomplished CEO and F100 NYSE Director with extensive experience leading and scaling companies in the hospitality and consumer industry sectors
BIO
Accomplished Global Chief Executive
As a President, CEO, and COO in both publicly-traded and privately held enterprises, Kimberly has a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence.
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Kimberly currently serves on the board of Performance Food Group (PFG), a large-cap food product distribution company with a market cap over $10 billion. Recently appointed Chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, she has been a director with PFG since 2017, contributing to key committees, including Audit & Finance, Technology & Cyber Security, and Compensation. Recognized as an audit committee financial expert (ACFE), Kimberly brings valuable governance experience and diversity to the boardroom as a Native American Director.
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Kimberly is also a member of the Board of Directors for AMA Waterways, a leading luxury river cruise company and a portfolio company of L. Catterton’s Flagship Fund. With her extensive executive background in hospitality and consumer industries, she supports AMA Waterways’ growth and strategic vision in the high-end travel sector.​​
Kimberly's executive experience includes serving as the Global Head of Restaurants and Bars for Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, where she led worldwide food and beverage operations for 621 outlets across 127 hotels and resorts in 47 countries. Under her leadership, Four Seasons restaurants and bars received numerous accolades, including 33 Michelin stars, 19 Black Pearl Diamonds, and 50 Wine Spectator 'Best Of' distinctions.
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As a SPAC sponsor, investor, and advisor, Kimberly co-sponsored Fast Acquisition Corporation, which successfully raised two unique public offerings and achieved a successful de-SPAC business combination with Falcon's Beyond (Nasdaq: FBYD). Her financial acumen is further demonstrated by her involvement in multi-billion public company M&A transactions, equity offerings, debt syndication, and her Master's Degree in Banking and Financial Services.​
Kimberly's previous roles include serving as the CEO and Executive Board Member of José Andrés Group, where she grew the omni-channel revenue model by 6X, and as the President & COO of Ruby Tuesday, overseeing 800+ restaurants and 30,000+ team members. She has also served on the board of Blackberry Farm.
Recognized as a Luxury Woman to Watch in 2023, Kimberly is committed to continuous learning and development, having completed numerous board education programs at prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business School, Stanford Law School, and the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law. She is also a member of the NYSE Board Advisory Council Network.
With her extensive experience, financial expertise, and passion for excellence, Kimberly Grant is a leader who drives transformative growth in the hospitality and consumer industry sectors.
Leadership Philosophy
"I have always believed that in order to have an exceptional life, you have to put yourself in exceptional situations. At times it takes being taken out of your comfort zone and opening yourself up to new opportunities that challenge you to grow both personally and professionally."
Executive Roles
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Global Head of F&B
- 2022 to 2023
ThinkFoodGroup
CEO & Director
- 2014 to 2020
Ruby Tuesday Inc
President & COO
- 1992 to 2013
Director Roles
Performance Food Group
Independent Director
Chair, Nominating and Governance Committee
-2017 – present
AMA Waterways
Independent Director
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- 2024 - present
Five Iron Golf
Independent Director
- 2021 - present
Blackberry Farm
Independent Director
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- 2007 to 2013