Experience and Leadership

At The Hot Corner Group, we reflect the best values of the hospitality industry.  We will develop the next generation of leaders, helping them to build on their skills and have a positive impact on any organization they join.  We remain focused on building a culture of positivity, development, accountability and action in the organizations we work with.  We play an active role within our community and seek out organizations to partner with who reflect our values. 

Kellen Duryea has nearly 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and 10+ years in management.  During this time, he has learned what it takes to build teams and cultures that create lasting positive impacts on businesses.  An Omaha native, Kellen began his career in hospitality while attending school at The University of Kansas.  In 2010, he moved to Kansas City where he has been involved in every aspect of some of the largest bars, restaurants and events in the city.  

Always passionate about giving back to his community, Kellen believes in the importance of being part of the community he works in and that a team is only as good as the training they receive.  The Hot Corner Group is an extension of that belief and what Kellen strives to pass on.  His knowledge and to build and recruit the next generation of leaders as well as broaden the reach of the principles of the hospitality industry.

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The Hot Corner Group's goal is to help make you better.  We offer complimentary assessments to demonstrate how we can optimize your organization. 

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1.  I don't work in hospitality, how can The Hot Corner Group help me?

Anyone who has customers is in hospitality.  Our principles are not limited to one industry.  The lessons learned in hospitality, such as business management and leadership strategies, can benefit multiple industries.

2.  Why should I hire people with a hospitality background?

The hospitality industry teaches punctuality, sales, networking and time management among others.  These are qualities that will benefit any business.

3.  Why should I consider a career in hospitality?

A career in hospitality is not an easy choice.  There are long hours, slim margins and every mistake is made right in front of your customer.  These, however, are  also reasons to consider it.  A career in hospitality offers an opportunity to learn new skills in a dynamic, fast paced environment.  As a hospitality professional you will have an opportunity to work in training, marketing, sales, logistics and finance among other areas of business management.  Lastly, you will have an incredible opportunity to make connections with numerous industries outside of "hospitality" but who could use your hospitality skills on a daily basis.