atlanta leadership team

kirt Strock

director of operations

Starting Role: Server
Fun Fact: Has 2 Chihuahua mixes, Binkey & Nugget

"I love the unwavering true support and follow-through of our team. We help each other, but we also push each other to always be achieving more and growing ourselves, even if it's just 1% per day." 

stuart rogers

director of culinary innovation

Starting Role: Dish Washer
Fun Fact: Caught a 9ft shark fishing off the coast of Florida when he was 13

"Most important to me as a leader and chef is developing and inspiring those I work with to be the best version of themselves that they can be.” 

charles williams

beverage director

Starting Role: Wait Assistant
Fun Fact: Ran a 20.84 at Jacksonville University in the 200 Meter

"The culture is more than a mission statement. It's a feeling we all share. I appreciate how each person values the next. Those are Facts!” 

melissa davis

VP of Events + Community Connection

Starting Role: Sales Coordinator
Fun Fact: Loves adventures like skydiving and swimming with sharks 

"Giving to the community is a big part of Y3S which I am very passionate about and proud to work alongside like-minded leaders!" 

jess rooks

director of events

Starting Role: Sales Coordinator
Fun Fact: Has two rescue dogs, Scrappy & Gumbo

"I am constantly inspired by this team to not only take care of the guests but support the team in the “trenches” too. Servant leadership at its best ❤️" 

cam malcolm

Senior Hospitality Leader

Starting Role: Experience Lead
Fun Fact: He is certified to teach two different environmental education courses

"I really love getting to provide great experiences for people, connecting with the community and creating effective change." 

Diana Neculcea

Reservation & Operations Specialist

Starting Role: Receptionist 
Fun Fact: Moved to the US from Romania when she was 6.

"Our mission here is to create moments that earn memories, and I love working with like-minded individuals with a strong team mentality to go above and beyond for anyone that is looking to experience Your 3rd Spot in any capacity!” 

jerry tymitz

SAFETY, GAMING + FACILITIES MANAGER

Starting Role: Technician
Fun Fact: Enjoys a fine Mead

"I appreciate that at Y3S it isn’t about ego, just about things being done the “right way”.  

kaitlyn knaak

beverage manager

Starting Role: Bartender
Fun Fact: Grew up in Minnesota 

"We are the definition of grit, integrity, and fun! We focus on our kaizen approach by getting 1% better every day leading to steady gains for sustained success."

Chris Davis

Security + Safety manager

Starting Role: Security
Fun Fact: Plays 7 instruments including Tuba and Harp

"We hold each other accountable and lift each other up. I also love meeting different guest that walk into our building. It's different people = stories that walk into our culture and we embrace them."

frank jackson

lead amplifier + training mentor

Starting Role: Amplifier
Fun Fact: Favorite outside of work activity is soccer

"Forget where you came from and get familiar with where you are now! Understand the culture and what it means to be empowered, what it means to deliver great hospitality!"

more coming soon!

Tanaya Roberson

Guest Experience Leader

Starting Role: Experience Lead
Fun Fact: Has goals of skydiving and exploring every state in the U.S.

"I respect the type of people who fit our culture. It’s hard and people care a lot. I appreciate that in everyone who is here."

Michaela “Mich” Finlyason

Guest Service & Hospitality Manager

Starting Role: Connector
Fun Fact: Enjoys painting, knitting, candle making, and pottery

"I love the level of care among the team. There is a genuine support in the culture that aligns with who I am."