Nesha abarno
A former front-of-house director at La Esquina and Beauty & Essex NYC, Nesha elevates guest journeys by optimizing service flows, refining team training, and launching standout concepts. At Maverick Theory, she’s supported openings and rebrands for venues such as Lilyhouse at the Buffalo Marriott, The Wren & Rye in Martinsburg, WV, and Civility Pizza in Westville, IN—crafting on-brand narratives, operational blueprints, and training frameworks that align vision with execution.
Beyond brick‑and‑mortar projects, Nesha produces seamless events—from boutique weddings to corporate activations—using standardized SOPs and tasting guides that empower teams and guarantee consistency. An engaging speaker and collaborator, she’s set to keynote the Gentlemen’s Club Conference, sharing actionable insights on hospitality trends and operational excellence.
With a reputation for blending strategic rigor and authentic storytelling, Nesha partners with forward‑thinking clients to create memorable experiences that drive results.
experience
Nesha Abarno is a hospitality strategist and event producer with over 20 years of leadership in restaurants, clubs, and concept development—now shaping experiences at Maverick Theory.
A former front-of-house director at La Esquina and Beauty & Essex NYC, Nesha elevates guest journeys by optimizing service flows, refining team training, and launching standout concepts. At Maverick Theory, she’s supported openings and rebrands for venues like Lilyhouse at the Buffalo Marriott, The Wren & Rye in Martinsburg, WV, and Civility Pizza in Westville, IN—crafting on-brand narratives, operational blueprints, and training frameworks that align vision with execution.
Beyond brick‑and‑mortar projects, Nesha produces seamless events—from boutique weddings to corporate activations—using standardized SOPs and tasting guides that empower teams and guarantee consistency. An engaging speaker and collaborator, she’s keynoting the Gentlemen’s Club Conference, sharing actionable insights on hospitality trends and operational excellence.
Expertise
Concept development and launch strategy for new venues
Service flow optimization and standard operating procedure design
Brand narrative and identity alignment with guest experience
Team training frameworks and performance feedback systems
Event planning and production for weddings, brand activations, and corporate functions
Key Qualifications
20+ years in hospitality leadership roles
Front-of-house director experience at La Esquina and Beauty & Essex NYC
Proven track record supporting multi-site openings and rebrands
Creator of training playbooks and tasting guides used by nationwide teams
Engaging public speaker and industry collaborator
With a reputation for blending strategic rigor, creative storytelling, and hands-on execution, Nesha partners with forward-thinking clients to deliver memorable experiences that drive results.
expertise
Bathroom Supplies, Bookkeeping, Branding, Business Plans, Cleaning,
Headhunters, Human Resources, Interior Design, Lighting, Social Media
location
new york, Alabama, United States
