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Connecting lifestyles through hospitality
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What we do
What we do
We develop and operate upscale casual, high-energy lounges, social eateries, premium nightclubs, and high-end entertainment and hospitality venues nationwide.
We create brands that connect people
We create connections with our guests while cultivating brands and experiences that deeply resonate with the human spirit.
We plan, execute & deliver results
We are like-minded, proven operators focused on the bottom line and delivering the ultimate connected guest experience.
We innovate, scale and grow
We are in perpetual motion developing new products, upscale concepts, and exclusive destinations to ensure we maximize relevancy for our current and future guests.
Our Exec Team
We are a collection of the most influential, creative, highest-grossing, and talented operators with a simple focus on creating frictionless consumer-centric experiences through unmatched hospitality.
Our exec team
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
CLH GROUP - EXECUTIVE TEAM
Where effective doers collaborate & execute!
Hakim Alston - Managing Member | CEO
With 30+ years of ownership and leadership responsibilities for multiple establishments. Hakim is also part owner and a key stakeholder in a mortgage-focused financial business. Beginning his career in competitive sports and action entertainment, Hakim transitioned to acting, appearing in full-length feature films, short films, television, and stage productions. During his ten years of acting, Hakim cultivated his experience influencing high-profile brands and market share recognition, a robust skill set he employs within the business ventures he leads and affects today.
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Transitioning from a career in front of the camera, Hakim pursued his entrepreneurial spirit by developing and producing live sports entertainment events, capitalizing on engaging brands, and delivering unforgettable sports entertainment experiences for patrons. Hakim parlayed his success as a proven operator, product innovator, and strategic marketer into the hospitality industry. He is currently vested in multiple restaurants, nightlife, and social entertainment venues.
2012 - 2021
COO/OWNER/MANAGER - The V Restaurant & Brewery
44630 Waxpool Rd,
Ashburn, VA, 20147
2012 - To Present
PARTNER/MEMBER/INVESTOR - THE GRYPHON NIGHTCLUB & RESTAURANT
1337 Connecticut Ave.,
Washington, DC, 20036
2021 - To Present
CEO/OWNER/MANAGER POURDOG HOUSE -Restaurant/Bar
722 Generals Highway,
Millersville, MD, 21108
Advisory Board
A collective of the industry's most elite advisors
Our Culture
Our culture refers to a collective set of values, ethics, and beliefs that define our day-to-day operations and atmosphere at the organization; they guide our work and how we work together.
Our culture
We think big & work hard
As bold entrepreneurs - we are constantly developing and creating what is possible. Pushing the edges and challenging the status-quo in order to deliver the unexpected.
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