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Justin Dalenberg

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CEO at Grand River Brewery and Doll n Burgers at Self-employed
📍 Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Justin Dalenberg is a dynamic restaurant entrepreneur and CEO of Grand River Brewery and Doll n Burgers. With a culinary arts education from Johnson & Wales University, he has leveraged nearly three decades of experience to open and grow numerous successful concepts. His expertise lies in cultural leadership, business logistics, and crafting memorable guest experiences from scratch.

Outside of his many business ventures, Justin is a dedicated family man who enjoys spending time with his wife, Roberta, and their four children. He is also an avid outdoorsman, farmer, world traveler, and a novice musician. His personal passion for hospitality is evident in his love for making people happy and hosting events.

After winning a cooking competition, he earned a full-ride scholarship to the prestigious Johnson & Wales University for culinary arts.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
CEO at Grand River Brewery and Doll n Burgers
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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Priorities

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Restaurant Expansion
Actively growing his brands, including opening new Grand River Brewery locations in Clawson and Marshall, and expanding the Doll n' Burgers fast-casual chain.
Local Sourcing
Passionate about using local ingredients, partnering with Michigan farms for produce and practicing whole-animal butchery with locally sourced cattle.
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Career

Work history

1-2021
CEO at Grand River Brewery and Doll n Burgers
Self-employed
5-2018
Business Development / Partner
Grand River Brewery
6-2012
Restaurant Consultant
G.R.O.W. Restaurant Consulting
3-2015 - 11-2015
Opening Executive Chef/GM
Salt Springs Brewery
1-2013 - 5-2015
Executive Chef
Zingerman's
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Education
2002 - 2003
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.)
Johnson & Wales University
2000 - 2001
Certificate
St. Clair Hospitality Academy
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