Speakers

Adam Keeshan is the Managing Partner, Food & Beverage at Ithaka Hospitality Partners, where he oversees food and beverage operations across the company’s hotels, restaurants, and food halls. With a 20 plus year career spanning independent hotels, full-service restaurants, fast-casual concepts, luxury resorts, and private clubs, Adam brings a well-rounded expertise in food and beverage management, operational strategy, event curation, and hospitality leadership.

Beyond operations, Adam is deeply engaged in industry leadership and advocacy. He serves as Chair-Elect of the Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association, a Hill Runner for the National Restaurant Association, and an Affiliate Faculty member at Auburn University. Additionally, he served on Auburn's inaugural Young Alumni Council Board for the Auburn University Alumni Association.

A firm believer in lifelong learning, Adam holds certifications as a Certified Specialist of Wine (Society of Wine Educators), Level 1 Sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers), and Certified Bourbon Steward (Stave & Thief Society)—credentials that allow him to mentor and inspire the next generation of hospitality professionals. Adam also was recognized by Hotel Management in their 2024 class of Forty Over 40.

He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Auburn University and is currently pursuing studies in Christian Leadership at Highlands College ensuring that his leadership approach remains grounded in integrity, purpose, and service.