
Scott Taylor
Scott Taylor is the CEO of R&R Restaurant Group and T&T Hospitality. Scott and his team own/ operate several brands that are BIG on Culture and BIGGER on branding including Party Fowl (Nashville Hot Chicken, Cold Beer, Boozie Slushies) to Taffer's Tavern, the brand inspired and led by Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue fame. Prior, Scott Taylor served as President & Chief Executive Officer at Walk-On’s Enterprises Operations, LLC from December 2022 to June 2023. Prior to being named Chief Executive Officer, Scott served as the brands President & Chief Operating Officer since December 2010. During his tenure as President & Chief Operating Officer, Scott led the organization in systemization and structure while building a leadership team that operates a best-in-class franchise organization. Walk-On’s was voted ESPN’s #1 Sports Bar in North America in 2012 and launched their franchise program in June 2014. Prior to joining Walk-On’s Enterprises, Scott served as Chief Operating Officer for Family Sports Concepts, the franchisor for Beef O Brady’s Sports Pubs and The Brass Tap, from 2002 to 2011. During his tenure with Family Sports Concepts, the company grew from 40 franchise locations in 4 states to 276 locations across 23 states. Scott currently serves as on several industry and community advisory boards. Scott is the Chair of the industry advisory board for the College of Tourism and Hospitality and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Florida. Scott resides in Nashville, Tennessee with his wife while both of his children are attending college at the University of Florida and Florida State University.
Sessions
- Strategic Branding and PR: Driving ROI Through Emotional Connections and Quality Excellence
- Sunday, May 18 • 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM