A Special Place Since The Very beginning

In 1962, on December 15th at 9 a.m., Colorado’s newest ski area opened with two chairlifts and the four-person Bell Gondola, the first gondola in the state. Eight runs covered six square miles of terrain, and lift tickets were $5. It didn’t take long for shops and restaurants to follow, and in 1966, the Town of Vail was officially incorporated.

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Vail’s Rich History

In time, Vail would become the busiest ski resort in the country. Sixty years after the Bell Gondola first opened, the present-day Gondola One operates in the same location, connecting the heart of Vail Village to the mountain slopes. The name “One” is a tribute to both the first lift and Vail’s reputation as the best North American ski destination, and conveys a commitment to ensuring an unparalleled guest experience.

Welcome To THE SIXTY TWO Society

For decades, families have come to Vail to reconnect and celebrate in a community and place they love. Expect The Sixty Two Society to be as exceptional and unique as Vail itself. As a member, you’ll belong to Vail’s premier dining and social experience tailored for those who appreciate refined comforts and seek an extraordinary level of bespoke service.

The Society exceeds every expectation with world-class cuisine, five-star service, unbeatable ski access, personalized mountain adventures, and an extensive list of concierge services. Your membership allows you and your family to experience a place where each visit is an opportunity to connect and create lasting memories.

“It’s clear to me that THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY will be Brad Kaemmer’s visionary culmination of an iconic location, best-in-class hospitality, and world-class concierge services, all capped off with an upscale food and beverage experience that rivals some of the nation’s finest restaurants.”

Paul Fleming

Founder: P.F. Chang’s China Bistro,Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Paul Martin’sAmerican Grill, PeiWei Asian Diner, Z’Tejas, Lake Park Diner,PJK Neighborhood Chinese

“The massive undertaking of THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY will without question challenge the status quo and exceed expectations in this un-tapped business vertical. Brad’s vision is on point, intentionally relevant, yet resonates with the pulse and future of the upscale polished dining scene in America.”

Bill Allen

Visionary Restaurant Executive, Investor & Brand Builder, Chairman Founder’s Table Restaurant Group, Partner Butterfly Capital, Co-Founder Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, Board Member L Catterton, Former CEO Bloomin’ Brands

“I have had the pleasure of advising on the construction build-out and business model of THE SIXTY TWO since concept infancy. Rest assured, the design masterpiece on the horizon will be nothing short of extraordinary. In addition to this premier Vail Village location, steps from Gondola One, I am certain that Brad will raise the bar of hospitality professionalism. This is a one in a million opportunity!”

Jay McKee

Entrepreneur & Visionary, Founder & CEO Lessen Inc

“I share with founder Brad Kaemmer of THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY some specific and uncommon traits: our purposeful desire to pay homage to our family’s legacy, executing true perfection of our crafts, and pride in delivering supreme excellence at the highest levels. Further and most importantly, always doing meaningful work that we are proud to put our names behind. This endeavor will be something innovative and special for the community; driven from and rooted in pride, integrity and an elevated sense of purpose.”

Rob Samuels

Esteemed Entrepreneur, Eighth-Generation Distiller, Managing Director Maker’s Mark Distillery

“THE SIXTY TWO Society team of proven industry veterans, led by restaurant executive and Vail native Brad Kaemmer, will set a new standard of culinary excellence and first-class concierge services in the Vail Valley.”

Rick Federico

Renowned Restaurateur, Owner Thompson 105 Woodfired Grill, Former CEO/Chairman P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Former President Italian Brinker International, Board Member Jamba Juice, Board Member Domino’s Pizza.

“Brad Kaemmer has spent his entire career building and scaling restaurant brands regionally and nationally, creating innovative employee development strategies and cultures that facilitate the best hospitality employment experiences in the industry. If Brad’s past accomplishments are any indication of the future success this project holds, there is no doubt THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY will change the landscape of resort town service and hospitality professionalism.”

Peggy Rubenzer

Culture Architect, SVP & Chief People Officer Whataburger, Former Chief People Officer True Food Kitchen, Former SVP Union Square Hospitality Group

“Brad Kaemmer is a tried-and-true industry professional who has mastered his craft in both culinary and hospitality operations leadership. His restaurant IQ is off-the-charts and his successes in our industry are concrete, further leading him to creating THE SIXTY TWO SOCIETY. I am certain that Brad will overdeliver excellence and remarkable experiences in Vail, Colorado.”

Rick Tasman

Hospitality Leadership Visionary/Operation’s Team Builder, CEO Connor Restaurant Concepts

A Vail Family Legacy

The Sixty Two Society is the vision of Brad Kaemmer, a second-generation restaurateur with a career spanning over 30 years. John and Julie Kaemmer, Brad’s parents, arrived in Vail in the mid-1960s and opened the London Bar and Grille (later The Clock Tower Inn), setting a new standard for quality dining.

Brad considers it a privilege to build upon his family’s legacy in the same place they loved the most. An accomplished hospitality executive and sommelier, Brad was born and raised in Vail and is working in concert with the local community in bringing The Sixty Two Society and The Sixty Two Restaurant to fruition.

Our Leadership

Brad Kaemmer

Founder, Owner & Visionary

Brad is the former CEO and Investor of Tatsu-ya Restaurants, Founder of KemRay Hospitality, President & CEO of Paul Martin’s American Grill, CEO of Tijuana Flats, COO of Boca Restaurant Group, Regional Vice President of P.F. Changs China Bistro and VP of Food & Beverage at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino.

Justin Otsuka

Finance & Accounting

Justin is the CFO of Paul Martin’s American Grill, Partner & Director of Ryoko Rain, former Director/Corporate Finance at Specific Media and former Analyst/Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs.

Skip Fox

Development & Operations

Skip is the former President & Partner of Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, EVP & Director of ClubCorp, SVP/National Director of Food & Beverage at American Golf Corporation, and VP of Operations & New Concepts at LaMadeleine French Bakery & Cafe.

Join THE SIXTY TWO Society

Along with unparalleled ski-in/ski-out access and ski valet services comes breathtaking views and an easy walk to village shops.

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