Dan Nowak
Tall Guy & CEO, Brazen Standard Hospitality
When he first started in the catering industry in 2009, Dan wanted to prove to himself that it’s possible to build a brand that made a positive impact. Over a decade later, Tall Guy and a Grill has expanded into a growing family of hospitality brands, intent on making Wisconsin a renown destination for leading culinary talent, warm hospitality and unforgettably good food.
Brazen Standard Hospitality allows Dan to build a family of brands that work together to continue the mission for a more sustainable, local-supporting industry.
Alissa Shiffman
General Manager, Partner, Brazen Standard Hospitality
After years of following Tall Guy and a Grill Catering, Alissa recognized they were doing something truly special. She admired their standards for ingredients and service, while making a positive impact on the city. As General Manager, Alissa manages the details that keep multiple teams in harmony.
Since joining the Tall Guy team, Alissa has seen the positive impact of being an inclusive team that celebrate differences, so it’s important to her that team members feel recognized at Brazen Standard Hospitality. “We’re like a band of misfit toys that belong together. We each have really cool, unique superpowers and backgrounds that make up an incredibly talented team.”
Stacey Christian
Sales & Development Manager
Stacey Christian serves as the Sales & Development Manager at Brazen Standard Hospitality, where she oversees all wedding sales and manages relationships with vendors and key clients. She brings nearly 20 years of catering and event planning experience, making her a true expert at creating inspiring events, thinking through every last detail, and bringing clients’ visions to life.
Before joining Brazen Standard, Stacey successfully launched and grew a thriving catering division, demonstrating her strategic insights, relationship-building expertise, and dedication to client satisfaction. She is an essential part of Brazen Standard’s growth and continued success.
Outside of work, Stacey enjoys spending time with her husband, Brett, and her two sons, Nolan and Camden. Together with their dog, Nova, the family cherishes outings and adventures that keep them connected and energized.