Meet The Team

Partner

Kris Reinhard has been part of Fifth Group Restaurants since day one, starting as the kitchen manager at South City Kitchen Midtown in 1993 and rising to partner just a few years later. A restaurant management Penn State grad with hospitality training in Switzerland, Kris helped launch multiple iconic Atlanta restaurants and has led Bold Catering & Design with a sharp eye for detail, quality and service since 1996.

He's also a dedicated military veteran supporter, community leader and served as the Chairman of the Board for the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau. He is a proud Dunwoody resident with three amazing children. He's also a devout fan of Phish and a racecar driving instructor.

Partner

With over 35 years experience in luxury events and restaurants, Suzanne Reinhard is known for creating unforgettable events with elegance. Suzanne co-founded the acclaimed Magnolia Events and launched her own namesake planning company, which has been featured in Vogue, People, Brides and Martha Stewart. Suzanne joined Bold as a partner in 2023, bringing her signature style and industry expertise to the team.

She and her husband, Kris, have three kids, three French Bulldogs and a shared love of all things hospitality.

General Manager

Born and raised in Madrid with hospitality in his blood, Borja brings 15+ years of global experience and a lifelong passion for events to his role. He leads Bold's talented team in turning big ideas into special moments.

With a background shaped by international travel, family roots in catering and a degree in hospitality management, Borja thrives on fast-paced challenges, creative solutions and mentoring the next generation of hospitality pros. Outside of work, you can find him exploring Atlanta's food scene, catching up with friends in Spain or golfing. 

Vice President of Sales 

Originally from Portugal, Claudia Aguas brings a global perspective to her role as Vice President of Sales for Fifth Group Restaurants and Bold Catering & Design. With a background in luxury hospitality, including leadership roles with Four Seasons and Starwood Hotels & Resorts, she has built her career around driving growth through meaningful client relationships and exceptional experiences.

Known for her servant leadership style, Claudia leads with empathy, believing that when you take care of people, they take care of the business. Outside of work, she enjoys playing piano, spending time with her partner, and being in nature with their dog.

Executive Chef

Born on the East Coast with a love for food rooted in family and tradition, Desmond brings 25+ years of culinary leadership across luxury hotels, film production, healthcare, and large-scale events to his role.

Shaped by formative years at The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta, Omni Hotels & Resorts at CNN Center, and Emory Healthcare, Desmond has mastered the art of elevated cuisine, operational excellence, and team leadership across some of Atlanta's most prestigious and demanding environments. He is deeply passionate about mentoring young culinary talent and believes every menu should spark emotion and create lasting memories. Outside of the kitchen, you can find him exploring Atlanta's vibrant food scene, grilling with family and friends, traveling, or catching a game.

Director of Catering Operations 

With a deep background in hospitality and events, Ramsey brings years of operational leadership and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences to Bold Catering & Design. As Director of Operations, he oversees execution, logistics, and service standards to ensure every event runs seamlessly.

Ramsey has worked nationally building experience in multiple segments including high-volume restaurants, travel & tourism, hotels, food and beverage consulting, and large-scale events. He thrives in fast-paced environments where teamwork, precision, and creativity come together. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and focusing on passion projects in the food and beverage world throughout Atlanta.

Director of Event Services

Originally from Puerto Rico, Aldy has been part of the Bold family since 2006. With a degree in hotel and restaurant management and experience at the iconic El San Juan Hotel, she now leads operations for everything from weddings to high-profile political events.

A true team player, Aldy works hand-in-hand with Bold's culinary and design crews to turn big ideas into beautiful realities. When she's not at Bold, she's all about family road trips and new adventures.

Director of Design  

Kristen leads the creative vision behind Bold's events, guiding every design from concept to execution alongside clients, vendors and Bold's production teams. With a background in architecture and over a decade in production design for film and television — working with studios like Disney, Sony, Netflix and Apple, she brings a cinematic eye to hospitality, crafting immersive spaces that are as intentional as they are beautiful.

Kristen joined Bold in 2026 after catering her own wedding with the company. She lives near Morningside with her family and enjoys gardening, hiking and traveling.