OUR ESTABLISHMENTS

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Hospitality Holdings: Curated Experiences in Iconic New York Venues

Hospitality Holdings designs and executes unforgettable experiences across New York’s most celebrated venues, combining historic charm, modern sophistication, and impeccable service.

At The Carnegie Club, our Sinatra show has achieved viral acclaim, featuring the timeless music of Frank Sinatra performed live with an 11-piece tuxedoed orchestra. Guests enjoy a fully immersive evening of nostalgia, sophistication, and world-class hospitality. The venue also offers curated whiskey tastings, enhancing the experience with artisanal spirits and expert guidance. Together, these offerings showcase our ability to craft entertainment-driven experiences that resonate with diverse audiences while maintaining the highest level of refinement.

At The Empire Rooftop, we bring the glamour and excitement of contemporary New York life to every weekend brunch. From 11 AM to 3 PM, our “Gossip Girl”–inspired experience features expertly curated cocktails, elevated culinary offerings, and stunning city views. Guests are immersed in a stylish, social atmosphere that feels both exclusive and welcoming, combining visual storytelling, high-energy engagement, and elevated service.

Across all our venues, Hospitality Holdings executes high-end private events spanning a wide range of industries and audiences. Our portfolio includes events for the TONY Awards, Sports Emmy Awards, movie premieres, Broadway shows, galas, fundraisers, corporate and social affairs, each designed with meticulous attention to detail, exceptional service, and seamless integration of food, beverage, and entertainment.

By blending iconic spaces, curated experiences, and hospitality as an art, Hospitality Holdings consistently delivers New York’s most refreshingly civilized places to meet, celebrate, and be inspired.

At Hospitality Holdings, we believe that creating exceptional hospitality experiences goes hand-in-hand with being strong partners to the communities we serve. Our leadership team has a longstanding record of civic engagement, contributing to organizations that strengthen New York City’s cultural, business, and public-space ecosystem.

Our founder, Mark Grossich, was deeply committed to the vitality and stewardship of Midtown Manhattan. He served for many years on the Grand Central Partnership Board, helping guide the transformation and continued success of one of New York’s most iconic districts. Mark also served on the Vanderbilt YMCA Board, championing accessible community programs and youth development initiatives.

Continuing that legacy, Kenneth McClure remains a dedicated leader in New York’s civic and hospitality community. He currently serves on the Board of the Grand Central Partnership and the Advisory Board for Friends of Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, supporting the preservation, activation, and enhancement of key public spaces. Kenneth is actively involved with the Mayor’s Office of Nightlife and Hospitality, working to strengthen and elevate the city’s hospitality landscape.

In addition, Hospitality Holdings is a proud and active member of the NYC Hospitality Alliance, collaborating with industry leaders to support policy, education, and best practices that keep New York’s hospitality sector strong and forward-thinking.

Together, these commitments underscore our dedication to responsible stewardship, workforce development, and the continued vibrancy of New York City as a world-class destination to live, work, and visit.

Hospitality Holdings is the visionary company behind New York’s Most Refreshingly Civilized Places to Meet. Since 1998, we’ve crafted timeless, sophisticated venues where atmosphere, service, and storytelling come together to create experiences that feel distinctly, and enduringly, Old New York.

Founded by Mark Grossich, a pioneer in modern hospitality and design, the company is now led by his daughter, Katherine McGehee, who continues to advance his legacy of refinement, creativity, and authentic service.

Over the years, our portfolio has expanded to include some of Manhattan’s most iconic and historically rich spaces. Our current establishments include: The Carnegie Club, Bookmarks Lounge, Madison & Vine, and The Empire Rooftop.

Each venue reflects our belief that hospitality is an art form. Whether it’s a handcrafted cocktail enjoyed among the bookshelves of a classic lounge, a power lunch at a Midtown restaurant, or sunset cocktails high above the city, our spaces are designed for conversation, connection, and comfort.

Our values guide everything we do:

Authenticity — honoring the character of every space and neighborhood and preserving the art and civility of New York nightlife.
Excellence — committing to exceptional service, cuisine, and design.
Creativity — designing unique and curated experiences, menus, and spaces to delight our guests.
Integrity — operating with respect for every guest interaction and business decision.
Connection— fostering community through gracious, personal hospitality and a commitment to building and sustaining community with each neighborhood we serve.

For over three decades, we’ve remained dedicated to one simple idea: creating places where New Yorkers and visitors alike can meet, celebrate, and feel at home in the world’s greatest city.

Mark was the originator and creator of The Campbell Apartment. In 1999, he led the legendary restoration that transformed a long-forgotten space in Grand Central Terminal into one of the city’s most celebrated cocktail lounges—widely recognized as the crown jewel of Grand Central Terminal. The restoration project was covered in several media outlets and detailed in a New York Times article. Prior to the renovation, the space was in disrepair and had been used as a transit police storage facility and holding cell for decades. Under Mark’s vision, The Campbell Apartment focused on the space’s historic atmosphere through its design, cocktails, and experiences. While other bars manufactured history, The Campbell Apartment delivered the real thing by serving "cocktails from another era."