Steven Kamali

CEO at The Staffing Agency

📍 New York, New York, United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 12 investments📅 15 years investing🗓 Last invested May 2022𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
Operator-angel🌍 United States
12
Total investments
5
Early stage
4
Mid stage
1
Late stage
15y
Years active

Portfolio

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Private Investor
May 2022
Voted the #1 guest feedback platform in a nationwide RestaurantOwner.com survey, Ovation starts with a 2-question survey, is SMS-based survey, and works on- and off-prem. Through frictionless integrations with online ordering platforms and other methods, Ovation allows restaurants to easily resolve guest concerns in real-time, get more 5-star reviews, discover insights to improve, and drive revenue. Learn more at www.ovationup.com
Private Investor
May 2022
Tablz is a hospitality platform that elevates the way restaurants deliver their guest services for the top 20% of their guests. Additionally, Tablzs unique profit share model simultaneously changes dining room economics forever by introducing the first ever no cost of good revenue the industry has ever seen. $1 Tablz = $10 top line revenue
early stageHospitality
Private Investor
Feb 2022
GoTab is the Entertainment Commerce Platform helping restaurants, breweries, bars, hotels, and eatertainment venues streamline operations, maximize profits, and deliver unforgettable guest experiences. With an open API and versatile tools, GoTab empowers patrons to order and pay their way—via server, kiosk, handheld, mobile, or a seamless mix—all on a single tab, no app required. Operators gain cutting-edge features, robust marketing and loyalty tools, and seamless integrations with leading systems, unlocking actionable insights and customizable solutions to reduce costs and scale with ease.
late stageHospitality
Private Investor
Dec 2021
The recipe platform built for chefs by chefs. Used by 30k culinary pros. Cost, organize, scale, train, prep + more. Start a free trial or book a demo at getmeez.com.
early stageHospitality
Private Investor
Nov 2021
Bbot is the leading contactless order and pay solution for the hospitality industry. We help restaurants increase revenue and reduce staffing costs without compromising on hospitality.
Private Investor
2021
JOCO powers delivery in urban environments
Private Investor
2021
We are a small team of foodies, music fans, and developers on a mission to bring joy into the workflow for front-line workers. We provide a digital compliance management app for multi-unit operators so they can manage, measure, and reward every level of their organization Started and run by restaurant entrepreneurs, Blanket is a start-up based in NYC with a global, remote team of rockstars. We are currently seeking new talent.
Private Investor
2021
Bikky is the first Customer Data Platform (CDP) built exclusively for large, multi-unit restaurant brands. By integrating with point-of-sale systems, online ordering providers, payment processors, and loyalty programs, Bikky is the only CDP able to build comprehensive datasets about everything from the performance of menus to the frequency and lifetime value of guests. With the platform, everyone from the C-Suite to the marketing team is empowered to make better decisions about the business and measure if those decisions are contributing positively to the bottom line. Bikky was founded on the belief that restaurants deserve the same access to data as the largest, most sophisticated businesses in the world, and is proud to serve thousands of restaurant locations across the U.S., including major brands like Bojangles, MOD Pizza, Dave’s Hot Chicken, and Long John Silver’s. Bikky is based in New York City and has raised over $15 million in funding to date.
Investor
Mar 2014
We are daring, we challenge each other to be innovative, and we take pride in the work that we do. Launched in New York City in 2014, Resy builds operations software for the modern restaurant, using technology to redefine hospitality. We work with restaurants in 80 markets around the U.S. The best restaurants in the country use Resy to connect with their customers. The company is co-founded by Ben Leventhal, co-founder of Eater.com; Michael Montero, co-founder and former CTO of CrowdTwist and current Techstars mentor; and Gary Vaynerchuk, noted social media expert, entrepreneur and investor. Other company leaders have deep experience in restaurants and hospitality, too.
early stageInternet
Private Investor
Mar 2014
Resy is a dining platform that powers real-world restaurant experiences around the world. Since its inception in 2014, Resy has created best-in-class software designed with hospitality in mind and to connect restaurants to a network of passionate diners. Resy’s consumer-facing app and Resy.com is a trusted source for restaurant discovery, loyalty, access and booking all in one place. In 2019, Resy joined the American Express family and together the companies provide powerful backing to restaurants, diners and colleagues. The amazing world of restaurants is just a few taps away.
Investor
May 2011
Ruschmeyer's property offers a unique experience in Montauk. With an onsite restaurant and bar, our guests don't have to travel far for food and drinks. We are located less than one mile from the town of Montauk and the Long Island Railroad station. It is in close proximity to some of Montauk's most popular attractions including world-renowned surf destination, Ditch Plains Beach, Downs Golf Course, Montauk Point State Park and Lighthouse and the Marina.
Experience · 19 entries
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Investments (12)
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2026
Founder
Jan 2026
The Hotel Agency is a hospitality-focused recruiting partner connecting hotels and resorts with top talent. We provide personalized hiring solutions that enhance guest experiences and drive operational success, serving boutique properties and luxury brands with expertise and care.
2025
Founder
Jan 2025
Stocking your workforce, one great hire at a time.
2023
Founder
Jan 2023
The Estate Agency is the leading boutique Private Service Company offering confidential recruiting services exclusively to Private Residences, Corporate Offices, Executives, the Aviation and Yachting industries. Led by seasoned industry experts from the Domestic, Corporate and Global Luxury service sectors we rely on our extensive network to place long-term household and executive staff members. With offices in New York City and Los Angeles, we are confident in our ability to meet the needs of the most discerning clients with our highly personalized, efficient and thoughtful approach.
2022
Private Investor
May 2022
Voted the #1 guest feedback platform in a nationwide RestaurantOwner.com survey, Ovation starts with a 2-question survey, is SMS-based survey, and works on- and off-prem. Through frictionless integrations with online ordering platforms and other methods, Ovation allows restaurants to easily resolve guest concerns in real-time, get more 5-star reviews, discover insights to improve, and drive revenue. Learn more at www.ovationup.com
Private Investor
May 2022
Tablz is a hospitality platform that elevates the way restaurants deliver their guest services for the top 20% of their guests. Additionally, Tablzs unique profit share model simultaneously changes dining room economics forever by introducing the first ever no cost of good revenue the industry has ever seen. $1 Tablz = $10 top line revenue
early stageHospitality
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