| Name | Title | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|
Ben Howard |
Chief Technology Officer | Profile |
Authentic® is a community of Fractional CMOs who help growing businesses Overcome Random Acts of Marketing® and confidently take the next right step to build revenue. Our unique approach combines Marketers + Methodology + Mindshare to build strong, strategic, sales-aligned marketing teams and programs.
Hal Smith Restaurants is a restaurant management company based in Norman, Oklahoma, founded in 1992 by Hal Smith. The company operates over 80 locations across seven states, featuring a diverse range of dining options from casual to upscale. Annual sales approach $250 million, and the company emphasizes strong customer service and employee training. The company develops, manages, and franchises various restaurant concepts. Its portfolio includes full-service dining options like Charleston’s Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, and Mahogany Prime Steakhouse. It also features casual and themed concepts such as Ted’s Café Escondido, Louie’s Bar & Grill, The Garage, and Pub W. Hal Smith Restaurants has a history of franchising, having previously managed Outback Steakhouse and On The Border Mexican Cafe franchises. With a focus on community-centric locations, Hal Smith Restaurants continues to expand, including new openings like Neighborhood JA.M. in Oklahoma City planned for Spring 2025. The company is dedicated to culinary excellence and creating memorable dining experiences for a wide range of customers.
A New Risk Management Architecture - Emerald Bay is an updated solution to solve the problems created in a fractured/dislocated market. We are structured to ensure accountability throughout the life cycle of a risk, driven by integrity of underwriting. Collaborative, Tech Enabled Underwriting - Our technical underwriting and portfolio management is supported by cutting edge technology. We work in partnership with our MGA/PA and reinsurance capital partners to ensure long term sustainability. Partnership: A Full Alignment of Interests - Our approach requires that from producer to carrier to reinsurer all partners are invested in an aligned strategy. Our laser focus is on capital protection so we are there for our insured when they most need us.