Eric Nugent: a name you’ll remember, a journey you’ll envy.

Hailing from the heart of Michigan, where my childhood was stewed in restaurant kitchens and my parents turned a sleepy town into a culinary hub with six thriving establishments, I learned the ropes of hospitality before I could even tie my shoelaces. Picture it: a kid soaking in the sizzle of the grill, the clatter of plates, and the chorus of laughter that filled our holes in the wall.

I took that grit and paired it with a design degree from Kendall College of Art & Design, fueling both my creativity and my tech-savvy approach to the entrepreneurial grind. My first venture? A design business where I melded aesthetics with functionality, crafting pieces that aren't just seen but felt. Because art should hit you like a strong drink, not just look good on the wall.

But my real canvas? The bar. In 2016, I opened The Beverly on Main in Old Town Scottsdale—a cocktail lounge that didn’t just pour drinks, it composed them. The kind of place where the lights are low, and the buzz comes from more than just the booze. Fast forward to 2024, I helped launch Mon Chéri Restaurants, because once hospitality’s in your blood, you can’t shake it.

I don’t just create bars, brands, and restaurants; I build dreams—yours, mine, anyone who dares to imagine. The gritty kind, the ones that come to life after sleepless nights and relentless hustle. A maverick at heart, I turn visions into tangible success, fostering connections and learning as I go. Every relationship, every project is a new brushstroke on the canvas of my experience.

So here I am, a modern-day architect of ambition, blending entrepreneurial grit and artistry, with a side of wit and a splash of charm. I am Eric Nugent, and I’m just getting started.

“Find what you love and let it kill you.”

-Charles Bukowski