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01. CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT

& BRANDING

Market Study

Concept Development

Market Research

The Opportunity Space

Naming

Logo Development & Visual Identity

Photo & Video Storytelling

Brand Standards & Toolkit

Rebrand & Refresh

We identify your target audience and what they crave. This sets the foundation for us to build your brand from the ground up. Our handcrafted Brand Playbook®  will be the heartbeat of your concept. Not all properties are new, some have the challenge of rebranding and relaunching in an existing space. We pride ourselves in the ability to redefine a space and bring it to life.

02. INTERIOR DESIGN

& CREATIVE DIRECTION

Interior Design

Design Direction

Space Programming

Master Planning

Amenity Strategy

Peer Review

Our design team specializes in hotel and restaurant design, drawing on years of experience. We create distinctive environments that reflect the unique voice of each neighborhood. Whether designing intimate boutique hotels or top-tier restaurants, our focus is on crafting spaces that foster connection and stand the test of time.

03. OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE & OPTIMIZATION

Operational ExcellenceRevenue OptimizationGuest Experience MasteryConcept Development

We are a seasoned hospitality consulting group specializing in optimizing operations for bars, restaurants, and events. With over 30 years of hands-on experience, we focus on enhancing guest experiences while maximizing efficiency and profitability. Our expertise includes concept development, operational strategies, cost containment, labor management, and staff training, ensuring each establishment performs at its best. We provide tailored solutions to drive success in the competitive restaurant and bar landscape.

04. LIFESTYLE HOTEL CONSULTING

Vision and Brand Development

Brand Pull-Through and Messaging

Training and Operationalization

Brand Activation

Pre-Opening and Grand Opening Support

Developers and management companies entering the lifestyle hotel space, expert guidance can make the difference between a thriving property and lagging performance. EMG lifestyle consultants bring extensive experience in operating independent lifestyle hotels, bars, and restaurants, providing critical support to help developers self-manage, convert to major brands independent collections such as Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Curio and Tapestry, or address properties nearing default. These consultants ensure that every property meets emg's high standards, helping developers, owners, and management companies achieve success from launch through ongoing operations.

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Working Together to Maximize the Profit of Your Brand

Handcrafted Hospitality Branding & Design

We create soul-stirring hospitality brands and experiences that generate a sustainable business for the long term. To be able to create and launch a new brand that is relevant it its marketplace absolutely fires us up.

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