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Emily Mistell - Owner / Beverage Director

Emily got an early start in the service industry, born to parents who owned bakeries in Portland, Oregon, and traveled to Europe as competitive bakers. Two decades of experience in bars and restaurants has made her a believer in what she calls "healthy hospitality" - creating more equity and inclusion within the industry and supporting and lifting up voices within her local community and beyond. You can typically find her in the Hey Love plant paradise or perfecting her home culinary skills.

Sophie Thomson - Owner / General Manager

Sophie Thomson’s innovation and enthusiasm drove her success as Food and Beverage Director at two of the city’s premier music venues: Mississippi Studios/Bar Bar and Revolution Hall. With a dedicated career in service since her early teens, Sophie’s vision for Hey Love is built with love and years of industry experience.

Roscoe Roberson - Owner / Chef

Roscoe Roberson brings over 20 years of experience and a lifetime passion for food to Hey Love. Born in Tucson and raised in New York, Roscoe learned to cook from his grandparents, finding joy in the cuisine of the southwest and his grandparents’ southern roots. He attended culinary school while doing an apprenticeship with Starwood at the Westin La Paloma. In 2005 he moved to Central Oregon to helm the acclaimed Kokanee Cafe in Camp Sherman. Roscoe has been an integral part of Portland's restaurant landscape & continues to teach and mentor a new generation of culinarians.

Aaron Hall - Owner / Community & Events Director

Aaron is a native Portlander and a fixture of the city’s music community. His work as founding Music Director at XRAY.fm helped lay the groundwork of the station’s current success. Aaron Hall & Nicholas Musso are the brain trust behind Dig a Pony, a mainstay of Portland’s vibrant nightlife.

Nicholas Musso - Owner / Facility Manager

Nicholas is in high demand driving the aesthetic at some of Portland's finest eating and drinking establishments, including Victoria, Cat’s Paw and Dig A Pony. His expertise in design and construction has helped define Portland’s dining aesthetic.