OpenWater Group Announces Sponsorship with STK Steakhouse 

STK’s Footprint Perfectly Aligns with OpenWater’s National Expansion Strategy

Palo Alto, CA – October 22, 2024 – OpenWater Group, a curated members-only community for professionals with decades of experience, today announced an exciting new sponsorship with STK Steakhouse, a leader in modern vibe dining. This agreement marks a strategic alignment as OpenWater rolls out its national expansion, hosting exclusive, high-quality events at STK’s premier locations across the country.   

“We’re excited to partner with STK Steakhouse as we take OpenWater to the national stage,” said Paul Walborsky, Co-Founder & CEO of OpenWater. “STK’s footprint and their commitment to delivering exceptional dining experiences are perfectly suited to elevate our in-person events for our members to connect, collaborate, and unlock new opportunities.”

STK Steakhouse will sponsor a series of OpenWater’s signature in-person events, offering its chic, energetic atmosphere as the backdrop where members can strengthen relationships, discuss new ideas, and expand their networks. 

“We’re all about bringing people together, and OpenWater’s national rollout aligns seamlessly with our mission,” said Katie Chapman, Sr. Director of Marketing of The ONE Group. “We are excited to be part of this vibrant community and look forward to supporting OpenWater’s vision of empowering professionals with decades of experience across the country.”

OpenWater is addressing the evolving needs of midlife professionals by offering a community and platform that expands their networks, boosts their discoverability and creates new opportunities. This national expansion, coupled with the support of STK Steakhouse, signals the next phase of growth for OpenWater as it continues to redefine the future of work.

Apply for membership today to join this exclusive community and be part of a nationwide movement that empowers midlife professionals. 

About OpenWater Group

OpenWater is a members-only platform that builds a community of highly-accomplished professionals with decades of experience to connect them with new opportunities. By fostering connections, delivering support, and shining a light on experience, we empower members to re-imagine what’s possible. OpenWater operates nationally, with local chapters in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York Metro Area, Los Angeles, Denver, Seattle, Atlanta and more on the way. For more information, visit www.openwater.group.

About The ONE Group

The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) is an international restaurant company that develops and operates upscale and polished casual, high-energy restaurants and lounges and provides hospitality management services for hotels, casinos and other high-end venues both in the U.S. and internationally. The ONE Group’s focus is to be the global leader in Vibe Dining, and its primary restaurant brands and operations are:

• STK, a modern twist on the American steakhouse concept with restaurants in major metropolitan cities in the U.S., Europe and the Middle East, featuring premium steaks, seafood and specialty cocktails in an energetic upscale atmosphere.
• Benihana, an interactive dining destination with highly skilled chefs preparing food right in front of guests and served in an energetic atmosphere alongside fresh sushi and innovative cocktails. The Company franchises Benihanas in the U.S., Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
• Kona Grill, a polished casual, bar-centric grill concept with restaurants in the U.S., featuring American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty cocktails in an upscale casual atmosphere.
• RA Sushi, a Japanese cuisine concept that offers a fun-filled, bar-forward, upbeat, and vibrant dining atmosphere with restaurants in the U.S. anchored by creative sushi, inventive drinks, and outstanding service.
• ONE Hospitality, The ONE Group’s food and beverage hospitality services business develops, manages and operates premier restaurants and turnkey food and beverage services within high-end hotels and casinos currently operating venues in the U.S. and Europe.
• Additional information about The ONE Group can be found at www.togrp.com.

More About STK

STK Restaurants are “Not Your Daddy’s Steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices. STK has locations in Atlanta, Bellevue, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Doha, Dubai, Ibiza, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, Los Cabos, Miami, Milan, Nashville, New York City, Orlando, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, San Juan, Scottsdale, and Toronto. The company continues to expand domestically and internationally.

For more information about STK, please visit www.stksteakhouse.com.

Contact:
Seth Potter
seth@openwater.group