Meet the Team

Harris Mayer-Selinger, Founder

A New York native, Harris Mayer-Selinger graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Hospitality Management in 2006. He is also an alumnus of The Culinary Institute of America and spent over 10 years working in restaurant kitchens in New York City, including Winebar, Hundred Acres, and Five Points. Harris has also cooked at restaurants in Las Vegas and Taiwan.

In 2014, Harris partnered with Ronnybrook Farm Dairy to conceptualize, build, and open Creamline in Chelsea Market, a fast-casual American Classics restaurant.  Over the past 10 years, Harris has become a highly skilled operator proficient in controlling costs, growing revenue, and navigating the difficult landscape of running a restaurant in New York City.

Nicholas Contess, Partner

Nick Contess began his career at Simmer Group, a full-service hospitality marketing agency, where he worked with numerous multi-unit quick service and hospitality brands from around the country. 

For the past 7 years, Nick has taken a larger role in the management of Creamline, overseeing a full renovation and re-launch as a part of it’s 10th anniversary. With a thorough understanding of restaurant economics and operations, Nick has brought his marketing and operations experience to all of HMS’ partners.