Ricky de Jesus has been appointed as Director of Catering at Kimpton The Forum Hotel

Originally a Florida native, Ricky joins The Forum's opening team offering over 15 years of hospitality experience with a focus in boutique hotel management. Ricky cut his teeth in restaurant operations and event management with three years at Imperium Food & Wine in Celebration, FL, and has since served as a food & beverage director while implementing his passion for service through various business models. Ricky's attention to detail and customer service coupled with his passion for hospitality have primed him for his role as director of catering at The Forum. Ricky will be tasked with catering sales and operations for The Forum's 22,000-square-foot meetings and event spaces, offering unique ways to gather and celebrate in Charlottesville.