Robert Patterson is a true renaissance man. A veteran in the hospitality industry for over 20 years, Robert has served in every role imaginable. From server, to Manager of Convention and Event Services at a Mobil 5 star resort, to COO of a multi-million dollar, multi-location casual dining restaurant chain, he has truly done it all. In addition, he is a former United States Marine, a nationally-endorsed professional sporting clay competitor and instructor, a Forbes author of the upcoming new release Hustle & Heart, and most importantly a servant leader to his Christianity. When not working with his own ventures, Robert has appeared as a guest and culinary commentator for various local and national programs including Fox and Friends and Lifetime Network's "The Balancing Act."

He loves spending time with his wife, McKinnsey Patterson, who is also an entrepreneur and the owner / operator of a highly acclaimed salon in Charleston, SC.