h.wood Group
Los Angeles-based hospitality and lifestyle company operating 18+ upscale restaurants and nightlife venues across six US cities, serving affluent consumers, celebrities, and corporate clients via sub-brands like Delilah and The Nice Guy, plus a $2,500/year Rolodex membership program.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2008
- HeadquartersLos Angeles, United States
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What h.wood Group does
h.wood Group is a Los Angeles-based, founder-controlled hospitality and lifestyle company that operates a diversified portfolio of upscale restaurant and nightlife venues under proprietary sub-brands including Delilah, The Nice Guy, Bootsy Bellows, Harriet's, Poppy, Keys, and HIPP. Founded in 2008 by John Terzian and Brian Toll, the company has grown from a single LA nightclub into 18+ venues across six US cities (Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, Nashville, Cleveland, Dallas) with announced international expansion to Dubai and Toronto and a forthcoming pipeline including Delilah Al Marjan Island, D&G Hotel Miami, and Viceroy Residences.
The business operates four revenue streams: (1) venue operations across food, beverage, and bottle service at owned and managed locations, with reservations processed via third-party platforms SevenRooms, Resy, OpenTable, and Tripleseat; (2) the h.wood Rolodex membership program priced at $2,500 annually, providing priority reservations, concierge access, and exclusive perks across all venues; (3) private event bookings with negotiated minimums and cancellation policies; and (4) event production, catering, and corporate branding services, producing 100+ events annually at international pop-ups such as Coachella, F1, Cannes, and Art Basel.
The company serves affluent individuals, celebrities, athletes, and influencers as its primary consumer segment, supplemented by a corporate/brand partner segment for events. Its technology footprint is light: no proprietary AI/ML systems, no mobile app, and no disclosed patents; the competitive moat rests primarily on brand equity, founder-driven celebrity relationships, multi-concept portfolio scale, and high-touch service rather than technology. Reported headcount is 251–500, and the company is privately held with no public equity ticker and concentrated founder ownership.
h.wood Group firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- h.wood Group
- Legal name
- The Hwood Group, LLC
- Website
- https://hwoodgroup.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2008
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- Los Angeles-based hospitality and lifestyle company operating 18+ upscale restaurants and nightlife venues across six US cities, serving affluent consumers, celebrities, and corporate clients via sub-brands like Delilah and The Nice Guy, plus a $2,500/year Rolodex membership program.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
h.wood Group industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Upscale Hospitality and Nightlife
- NAICS
- Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224)
- SIC
- Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Neighborhood Bars & Taverns (CRANACAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Spirits/Cocktail Bars Operated by Producers (THAFALAJ), Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)
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Where h.wood Group is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Los Angeles
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices8 records
Markets served
h.wood Group business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Venue Operations: Revenue from food, beverage, and bottle service at luxury nightlife and restaurant venues including Delilah, The Nice Guy, Bootsy Bellows, Poppy, Harriet's, and others across multiple cities.
- Membership Program (Rolodex): Annual membership program priced at $2,500 providing priority reservations, concierge services, exclusive events access, and other luxury perks.
- Event Production Services: Corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services for private events and international pop-ups, serving brand partners and corporate clients.
- Private Event Bookings: Private event venue bookings with minimum anticipated buyout requirements and cancellation policies ranging from 50-90% liquidated damages.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Rolodex Membership - $2,500 annually |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
h.wood Group product offering
Product offeringCore offering
h.wood Group operates a diversified portfolio of upscale restaurants and nightlife venues under brands such as Delilah, The Nice Guy, Bootsy Bellows, Poppy, Harriet's, and HIPP across Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, Nashville, Cleveland, and Dallas. The company sells food, beverage, and bottle service at its venues, offers a $2,500-per-year membership program (Rolodex) with priority access and concierge perks, and provides event production, catering, and corporate branding services to brands and individuals.
Product overview
The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles-based hospitality and lifestyle company operating a diversified portfolio of upscale nightlife and restaurant venues under iconic brands. The portfolio includes Delilah (LA, Las Vegas, Miami, Dallas), The Nice Guy, Bootsy Bellows SoFi Stadium, Poppy, Harriet's (West Hollywood, Nashville), Keys, and HIPP (Cleveland). The company also offers a membership program called h.wood Rolodex providing priority access and concierge services for $2,500 annually. Beyond brick-and-mortar venues, the company provides corporate branding, catering, event production, and marketing services, producing 100+ events yearly for brands and individuals at international pop-ups and private events. Several new venues are planned including Little Luck, Montanas, Baryuzo, D&G Hotel Miami, and Viceroy Residences.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Delilah: A modern-day supper club with vintage 1920s aesthetics, featuring live jazz, entertainment, and American fare. Multiple locations in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and Dallas.
- The Nice Guy
- Bootsy Bellows
- Harriet's
- Poppy
- Keys
- HIPP
- Bootsy Bellows SoFi Stadium
- h.wood Rolodex
Products and services
- Delilah LA A modern-day supper club in Los Angeles with vintage 1920s aesthetic featuring lavish chandeliers, plush interiors, refined American fare, live jazz performances by female entertainers, and lounge-style bottle service for upscale dining and nightlife guests.
- Delilah Las Vegas A 1920s-inspired social dining destination at Wynn Las Vegas combining a high-energy dining environment with music, performances, and Jazz Era decor. Designed as a pre-party venue or complete night experience for upscale guests.
- Delilah Miami A modern-day supper club on the Brickell waterfront featuring two yacht slips, vintage-inspired interiors with lavish chandeliers and overstuffed armchairs, and American fare. Dining transitions to dancing with a live jazz band and female entertainers.
- Delilah Dallas A modern-day supper club bringing glamour to Dallas, blending timeless sophistication with plush interiors, glowing chandeliers, refined American fare, live jazz, and dancing in a vintage-inflected sanctuary.
- The Nice Guy An intimate restaurant and lounge in West Hollywood with a mafia-bar aesthetic, offering world-class culinary offerings, a cozy atmosphere, and reservations-only access. Catering to elite clientele and celebrity guests.
- Bootsy Bellows SoFi Stadium A field-level suite at SoFi Stadium combining sports, music, fashion, food, and entertainment with a cocktail bar, modernist architectural details, and a DJ booth with vintage design paying homage to the original West Hollywood location.
- Poppy A fantasy-themed nightclub on La Cienega Boulevard where nightclub meets high-fashion playground. Features a storybook setting with colorful garden, opulent library, and dream-like atmosphere for exploration and discovery.
- Harriet's West Hollywood A rooftop venue atop 1 Hotel on Sunset Boulevard offering panoramic views of Los Angeles, a curated cocktail menu, lounging drinks, deep burgundy awnings, tasseled umbrellas, and green-and-white striped seating.
- Harriet's Nashville A lively rooftop space in Nashville featuring charred wood and lush greenery accents, seasonally and sustainably driven offerings, bespoke libations, eclectic light bites, and entertainment at 1 Hotel Nashville.
- HIPP A private, members-only club at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, created in partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Located on the event level with luxury amenities and a 100-member cap as part of Rocket Arena's four-year renovation.
- Keys A nightclub venue in Los Angeles featuring immersive entertainment and a high-end atmosphere.
- h.wood Rolodex A bespoke annual membership program at $2,500 per year offering priority reservations, direct concierge messaging, access to special events, members-only events, complimentary cocktails, skip-the-line privileges, and discounts on private events across all h.wood Group venues.
- Events Production & Management Comprehensive event production services including event management, sponsorship and brand management, creative consulting, venue relations, catering management, talent relations, celebrity outreach, and transportation management. Produces 100+ events yearly for brands and individuals.
- Catering Services Corporate and personal catering services including tray pass hors d'oeuvres, catering stations, buffets, and bar options for corporate functions, casual gatherings, and formal events.
- Corporate Branding & Marketing Services Corporate branding, event production, and marketing services offered alongside the company's brick-and-mortar hospitality concepts.
Quantifiable outcome
- Delilah Las Vegas won Best Supper Club (fourth consecutive win) and multiple venues won consecutive awards at 2026 Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association
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Companies that use h.wood Group
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
h.wood Group technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration4 records
h.wood Group partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Cleveland CavalierscorePartnership to create HIPP, a new members-only club within Rocket Arena on the event level. The club has a 100-member cap and offers luxury amenities as part of a four-year renovation effort at Rocket Arena.
- Wynn Las VegascoreStrategic partnership with Wynn Las Vegas to open Delilah Las Vegas in the Chairman's Salon space formerly occupied by two-star Michelin restaurant Alex. Wynn provides the venue space while h.wood Group provides the brand, concept, and operational expertise for this social dining destination.
- 1 Hotel NashvillecoreHarriet's Nashville operates as a rooftop venue within the 1 Hotel Nashville property, with h.wood Group managing the food, beverage, and entertainment offerings.
- FOUND HotelsminorPartnership with FOUND Hotels for food and beverage operations at their hotel properties. The first location opened in Chicago with seven more under construction.
- David ArquetteminorActor David Arquette helped conceive the Bootsy Bellows concept, which nods to a 'modern day Rat Pack and Berlin's Weimar culture,' with the venue named after his mother, a former burlesque dancer and pinup model.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights7 records
h.wood Group competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Tao Group Hospitality: Multi-concept upscale restaurant and nightlife operator with venues including TAO, Avenue, Lavo, and Marquee across major US cities. Directly comparable to h.wood as a portfolio operator of celebrity-friendly upscale venues in LA, Las Vegas, NYC, and beyond.
- Major Food Group: Luxury restaurant group behind Carbone, Dirty French, and The Grill. Operates upscale restaurant and hospitality concepts in NYC, Las Vegas, and Miami with similar celebrity-driven, premium positioning and expansion strategy.
- Catch Hospitality Group: Upscale restaurant and nightlife operator behind Catch, Catch Steak, and other concepts in NYC, Las Vegas, LA, and Miami. Closely comparable to h.wood's upscale dining-plus-nightlife positioning with multi-city expansion strategy.
- Soho House: Global membership-based hospitality club operator with hotels, restaurants, and members-only venues. Directly comparable through h.wood's Rolodex membership program and HIPP members-only club, targeting similar affluent creative-class clientele.
- The Standard Hotels: Boutique hotel brand with integrated restaurants, bars, and nightlife programming in major US and international cities. Comparable to h.wood through lifestyle-oriented hospitality offerings and design-driven brand positioning.
- Cipriani: Luxury Italian hospitality brand operating restaurants, catering, and event production globally. Comparable to h.wood's premium hospitality positioning, multi-city presence, and emphasis on event production and celebrity clientele.
- E11even Miami: Ultra-luxury nightclub and entertainment venue in Miami operating in a similar celebrity-driven, high-service market segment. Comparable as a premium nightlife operator in a key h.wood market (Miami/Delilah).
- Zouk Group: Asia-based nightlife and hospitality operator with clubs, restaurants, and hotels in Singapore, Las Vegas, and other markets. Comparable as a multi-market upscale nightlife and dining operator with similar expansion ambitions.
Broad incumbents
- Marriott International (Luxury Collection): Global hospitality conglomerate operating luxury hotel brands with integrated dining and nightlife venues. Relevant as a scaled incumbent in luxury hospitality that competes for premium venue partners and affluent travelers.
- The NoMad: Upscale hotel and restaurant brand with locations in NYC, LA, and Las Vegas featuring celebrity-friendly bars and restaurants. Comparable to h.wood's premium positioning in shared markets.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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h.wood Group leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
h.wood Group funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds5 records
Investors
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h.wood Group M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about h.wood Group
What does h.wood Group do?
h.wood Group operates a diversified portfolio of upscale restaurants and nightlife venues under brands such as Delilah, The Nice Guy, Bootsy Bellows, Poppy, Harriet's, and HIPP across Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, Nashville, Cleveland, and Dallas. The company sells food, beverage, and bottle service at its venues, offers a $2,500-per-year membership program (Rolodex) with priority access and concierge perks, and provides event production, catering, and corporate branding services to brands and individuals.
Is h.wood Group a public or private company?
h.wood Group is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was h.wood Group founded?
h.wood Group was founded in 2008. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is h.wood Group based?
h.wood Group is headquartered in Los Angeles, United States, in the North America region.
How does h.wood Group make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Venue Operations are the primary driver. The others are membership Program (Rolodex), event Production Services and private Event Bookings.
Who are h.wood Group's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Tao Group Hospitality, Major Food Group, Catch Hospitality Group, Soho House, The Standard Hotels, Cipriani, E11even Miami and Zouk Group. Broad incumbents are Marriott International (Luxury Collection) and The NoMad.
Does h.wood Group have an API?
No public API is recorded for h.wood Group.
What industry is h.wood Group in?
h.wood Group's product category is Upscale Hospitality and Nightlife. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRANACAA, Neighborhood Bars & Taverns, with a secondary code of THAFALAJ, Spirits/Cocktail Bars Operated by Producers. Its NAICS code is 7224 and its SIC code is 5810.