Distinguished Young Alumni Award: Sean White '00
A seasoned hospitality leader responsible for the White Oak brand experience, Sean is driven by his desire to create unique brands ensuring his guest have memorable experiences every day in his establishments. Since the initial opening of his first project, he and his partners have opened and launched Wayward Smokehouse, Banditos Tacos & Tequila, and 101 Baltimore in Federal Hill. In 2022, Sean expanded the Banditos brand to five new locations across the DMV. Sean continues to be passionate about the hospitality industry and for fostering great teams of people around his successful restaurant brands