Founder & CEO Titan Hospitality Group The Face of an Industry Titan Titan Hospitality Group, founded by James J. King has become a leading innovator in the restaurant industry in this region since the COVID-19 pandemic began. As co-owner of Blackwall Hitch (Annapolis, MD and Alexandria, VA), The Blackwall Barn & Lodge (Gambrills, MD), and the all-new Smashing Grapes Kitchen & Wine Bar (Annapolis, MD and Gambrills, MD). King has used the pandemic as a catalyst to innovate and reinvent his restaurants. Beginning with his work ethic and his unwavering dedication to establishing a culture in which his employees are considered family, his facilities are tended to as castles and his guests are treated like royalty, King has reinvented the team mentality. Over the past seven months, the Titan brands have reimagined their dining spaces, re-written the training playbook and reinvigorated their staff to attack every guests needs with reckless abandon. Unique and challenging times call for unique and creative approaches to an industry that has operated with the same norms for decades. King has emerged as a leading innovator to change the way the industry thinks and acts. King has implemented new technology to provide a contactless experience - one that is both expected by the guests and welcomed. He has sourced systems that not only make the experience better for the guest, but provides a better working environment for the employee, focused on safety, sanitation, efficiency and savings. King and Titan Hospitality are making long-term investments in the communities that surround his establishments and in the 350 employees that he has been able to retain throughout the pandemic, a feat he is most proud of. “Our employees are equally as important as our guests, without them we have no business model, our customers can feel that mentality when they dine with us and are extremely appreciative of that mindset.”, King said. James King has truly emerged as a Titan in his industry! 2126 Espey Court, Suite D Crofton, MD 21114 410-721-5416 www.titanhospitality.com