Q: How long have you been in the hospitality industry?
A: I was raised in this business -- it's in my blood. I spent much of my childhood in bars and restaurants.
Q: What was your professional background before opening the Kitty Cat Klub in 2004?
A: Besides working at other family-run places, I also ran promotions for a record label in the '90s called October Records started by Steven "Funkytown" Greenberg and John Fields, who went on to produce the Jonas Brothers and a million other huge bands. After that I became a producer at a commercial music house called Asche & Spencer.
Q: What other bars do you frequent in the Twin Cities?
A: I love a bar with a freak-show element, so I'd have to say the Spot Bar on Randolph Avenue in St. Paul would be a top pick. Every time I go there, something sort of insane is going on. Also, they have pinball machines!
Q: What do you do when you're not running the Klub?
A: I work every day, so I don't exactly have a huge social life, but I enjoy time with my wife, Colleen, and two smelly dogs. I also cook a bit and find the occasional moment to write a hilarious song.
