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March 30-31, 2025

Boston Convention & Exhibition Center

Boston, MA

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John Haggai

John Haggai

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John Haggai

John Haggai

Chief Executive Officer & President, Burtons Grill

John Haggai is the current Chief Executive Officer and President of Burtons Grill, LLC, a growing Boston-based restaurant company with two dynamic brands: Burtons Grill & Bar and Red Heat Tavern.

John is no stranger to the food scene. He got his start in the corporate environment of Outback Steakhouse, developing his career first as an hourly employee, to Managing Partner, to finally Joint Venture Partner over a 20-year career span. John is best known for his work creating Richmond’s Tazza Kitchen as a Co-Founder and Co-Owner, having overseen construction, design and the beverage program. The restaurant expanded from its inaugural location in Short Pump into seven locations spanning Richmond, North Carolina, and South Carolina. John joined Burtons Grill, LLC in 2020 and now serves as the President and CEO with the primary goal to continue to grow both brands in size, scale, and quality. The company currently operates in nine states with continued east-coast expansion for both concepts.

As a former collegiate athlete and coach, John is passionate about health, fitness, and wellness. Throughout his restaurant career, John has also dedicated time as a strength coach, working with young athletes to develop their mindset and athletic skills for success on the field and beyond.

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