About SquareOne
Our Story
Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, SquareOne Holdings was founded in 2013 by Allen Corey and has a proven track record of creating and operating successful restaurant and brewery concepts in the Southeast.
SquareOne’s current portfolio includes 16 full-service restaurants and breweries in Tennessee, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, including Chattanooga’s local establishments STIR, State of Confusion, and Massey's Kitchen.
The SquareOne team brings 30+ years of shared experience and a foundation of trust that informs every level of our operations. Our restaurant operating systems are among the best in the industry and have been effectively implemented in over 100 restaurants nationwide.
20
Properties
2,000
Employees
5
States
State of Confusion
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STIR
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Massey's Kitchen
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Carolina Brewery
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Strawberry Alley Ale Works
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Balter Beerworks
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The Mailroom
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Top of the Rock
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The Blue Fish
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Old Glory Restaurant & Silo Park
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State of Confusion - STIR - Massey's Kitchen - Carolina Brewery - Strawberry Alley Ale Works - Balter Beerworks - The Mailroom - Top of the Rock - The Blue Fish - Old Glory Restaurant & Silo Park -
Our Team
Together our team includes more than 2,000 team members across 5 states. All of our team members are vital to delivering our mission of Every Guest, Every Time.
We are committed to delivering an exceptional dining experience while creating meaningful employment opportunities that empower our people to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.
We foster a culture where every team member can take pride in the brand they represent and the community they help build.
Meet the Team
Leadership
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Before founding SquareOne in 2013, Allen was the former CEO of CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc. Allen managed over $500 million in annual revenue from 120 brewery and restaurants. He also previously served as the co-founder and CEO of Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group and a Partner in corporate transactions at Miller & Martin PLLC. Allen holds a J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School, and B.A. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Jamie joined SquareOne in 2015 and brings over 20 years of training and culinary experience. He is the former Culinary Training Manager for CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc, where he oversaw training for Gordon Biersch and Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery's restaurant portfolios. Prior to moving to Tennessee Jamie was the Executive Chef of Ragtime Tavern in Jacksonville, FL.
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James joined SquareOne in 2017 and brings over 15years of experience in financial and management information leadership. Previously, James held senior positions in international supply-chain and commodity trading companies where he oversaw finance and organization of business data. James holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia.
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Angela Duke joined SquareOne as Vice President, Managing Director of Marketing in 2023 and brings 17 years of experience in delivering sales growth, building business partnerships, and developing new brands. Previously Angela held a senior position at Mohawk flooring, the world’s largest flooring manufacturer, where she led a group of the residential marketing team, focused on creating advertising tools, building customer loyalty and driving sales growth for independent specialty flooring retailers.
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A fourth generation UNC-Chapel Hill alumnus raised in eastern North Carolina. His interest in craft beer began while still in college when he traveled to Europe and became enamored with the local customs and flavors. The following summer spent in southern California exposed Poitras to the blooming craft brewing industry in the United States. Upon returning home to North Carolina, Poitras wrote the business plan for Carolina Brewery during his senior year of college and went on to graduate with honors from UNC Chapel Hill. In February 1995, Poitras opened Carolina Brewery’s doors on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill. Poitras previously served on the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association Board(NCRLA) for over 8 years and was Chair of the Board in 2010. In addition, he Chaired the Licensed Beverage Council, which dealt with alcohol issues in the state of North Carolina. He has been a speaker two times at the National Craft Brewers Conference and currently serves on the NC Brewers Guild Board. Poitras currently resides in Chapel Hill, NC, where he spends his spare time with his wife and 2 daughters as well as traveling and surfing.
Corporate
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Bill joined SquareOne in 2014 and brings over 30 years of culinary experience, including over 50 restaurant opening in addition to training hundreds of cooks and chefs. Bill's tenure includes quick service, brewery restaurants, and fine dining markets. Bill was formerly the Corporate Chef at CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc where he oversaw both the Gordon Biersch and Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery restaurant portfolios. Bill also served as the Corporate Executive Chef at Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant Group. He is a graduate of the Western Culinary Institute in Portland, OR.
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Scott served as the Executive Chef opening STIR Chattanooga in 2015. In early 2022, Scott joined the SquareOne team as Corporate Chef Research and Development. He assists corporate culinary efforts with special research & development projects and new concept creation.
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Andrew joined SquareOne in 2024 and brings Andrew joined SquareOne with over a decade of experience in purchasing and supply chain operations across the manufacturing industry. He has led sourcing strategies, contract negotiations, and process improvements, with a focus on driving cost savings and building strong procurement practices. Andrew holds a degree in Logistics and International Business from the University of Tennessee.
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Andy has over 30 years of business and real estate experience. In addition to launching numerous hospitality businesses, he in an expert in structuring deals with banks and financial service companies, especially with troubled assets. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration focused in Marketing from University of Iowa.
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Steve brings extensive experience from his time at Delaware North, a large hospitality company, where he oversaw accounting operations for food & beverage and hospitality divisions across the western U.S. He manages the finance team for SquareOne Holdings.
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Hutch joined SquareOne in 2021. Previously, Hutch held roles in overseeing restaurant management information systems. (MIS) Hutch led support teams at CTUIT, an industry software, serving clients like SquareOne. Hutch brings almost a decade of direct front-of-house and store-level management experience to his role. Hutch attended Arkansas State University.
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Kevin has over a decade of leadership in both residential and commercial builds, having directed 15+ projects with an under-budget track record. With extensive experience in project oversight, vendor relations, and workflow optimization, he has a key role in supporting our existing operations and developing projects.
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Operations
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Fletcher joined SquareOne in 2015 and served as the opening General Manager of STIR Chattanooga and State of Confusion. Previously, Fletcher held General Manager and Manager roles for CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc. Fletcher holds a degree from the University of South Carolina.
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Dennis joined SquareOne in 2019 as General Manager in charge of opening Stir Charlotte. In 2022 Dennis began overseeing multiple units for SquareOne in the North Carolina market. Prior to joining SquareOne, Dennis was a multi-unit leader with PF Chang's. Dennis has experience developing and overseeing high volume operations in restaurant and hotel food & beverage operations. Dennis has an Associate's degree in Business Administration.
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Ward joined SquareOne in 2015 and served as the opening Sous Chef of STIR Chattanooga and later as the General Manager of State of Confusion. Previously, Ward held Chef and Management roles for CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries Inc.
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Sean began his journey with SquareOne in 2018 at State of Confusion in Chattanooga. His drive, leadership, and commitment to hospitality quickly propelled him into management after completing his degree. Since then, he’s played key roles in opening Mailroom, leading teams at STIR Chattanooga, and serving as General Manager at STIR Charlotte. Now as Director of Operations, Sean oversees multiple locations, bringing the same focus on quality, service, and team development that has defined his growth within the company.