Meet our culinary and service leaders

Drew Adams is a Baltimore native and Johnson and Wales University graduate whose career has been shaped by work in some of the most acclaimed kitchens in Washington DC. He trained under celebrated chefs at restaurants such as Marcel's and Plume at The Jefferson Hotel where the team earned Forbes Five Star recognition, Relais and Chateau distinction, and a Michelin Star. Drew later joined Rose's Luxury, advancing to Executive Sous Chef and contributing to its rise as one of the top restaurants in the country with accolades from Bon Appetit, GQ, and multiple James Beard Awards along with a Michelin Star. He continued this trajectory at The Dabney where the team also earned a Michelin Star and widespread national praise.

Drew went on to lead the kitchen at Bourbon Steak under Michael Mina where his creativity and disciplined approach further elevated the restaurant and earned recognition including the StarChefs Rising Stars Award. Known for his passion for foraging, he created the signature Foraging and Feasting experience which highlighted his connection to ingredients and his commitment to culinary discovery.

In 2021 Drew relocated to Sarasota to open his own concept, Meliora and Adeline Restaurant, which quickly received honors including Best New Restaurant by the Tampa Bay Times and multiple awards as Best Chef Sarasota.

Riley began his career managing prominent restaurants in Orlando before expanding into luxury hospitality at a premier hotel in Miami. He joined Marriott in 2021, contributing to signature hotels including The Ritz Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and JW Marriott Orlando, Bonnet Creek where his passion for fine dining and exceptional guest care was fully realized. Riley assisted with the opening of The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and accepted the General Manager role at CW Prime in January 2025. He oversees the full guest experience with a focus on service and the continued development of the beverage program and is driven by a sincere love of making people feel special and creating memorable moments for every guest.

Robert brings ten years of hospitality experience and a focused passion for wine to his role as Wine Director. He holds Court of Masters Introductory Sommelier Certification, WSET II, and the French Wine Scholar designation and has maintained a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence since 2021. Before joining CW Prime, Robert was part owner of a steakhouse where he built a custom cellar and developed a thoughtful wine program shaped by his belief in wines with minimal intervention and a true sense of place. His expertise is grounded in California and France with a commitment to selecting wines that simply taste good and genuinely connect with guests. At CW Prime, Robert continues to elevate and expand the wine program with the goal of creating the most diverse and compelling collection possible while sharing the story of every bottle with sincere enthusiasm.