Influencing the Way People Eat, Drink and Gather
Where luxury meets intention.
Who We Are
Hill Hospitality Group is a Chicago-based luxury hospitality company built on the belief that every detail matters. We create environments where atmosphere, service, and craftsmanship converge — delivering experiences that linger long after the evening ends.
Our approach is rooted in intentionality. From concept development to execution, we build hospitality brands that feel timeless, culture-driven, and elevated at every level. We don't follow trends — we create moments.
Founded by Kenneth E. Hill, Hill Hospitality Group is committed to redefining what hospitality looks and feels like — starting with Jackson's Ultra Lounge, currently in development in Chicago, Illinois.
Our Pillars
Intentionality
Every decision is made with purpose. Nothing is accidental.
Sophistication
We build for the discerning guest. Elevated aesthetics, refined experiences, uncompromising standards.
Community
Great hospitality brings people together. We create spaces where culture, energy, and connection thrive.
Purpose & Direction
Our Mission
Our mission is to craft extraordinary hospitality experiences that blend elevated design, impeccable service, and thoughtful programming.
Our Vision
We envision Hill Hospitality Group as a recognized name in luxury hospitality — a multi-concept company whose venues become cultural touchpoints.
What We're Building
Each concept under the Hill Hospitality Group umbrella is developed with the same commitment to excellence, distinct in character, united in quality. Our flagship lounge sets the benchmark for everything that follows.
Flagship Concept · In Development
Currently in development, Jackson's Ultra Lounge is the flagship concept of Hill Hospitality Group — a luxury cocktail lounge experience being built with intention from the ground up.
The Build
Jackson's Ultra Lounge is currently in development. We are actively working alongside architects and builders to bring a refined, hospitality-driven experience to life. Every detail is being intentionally designed to deliver something elevated and unforgettable.
The Person Behind the Vision
“Luxury isn’t just what you see — it’s how you feel the moment you walk in. We create spaces where energy, culture, and experience come together effortlessly.”
A Letter From Our Founder
Hospitality has always been about more than food, drinks, or entertainment.
At its best, hospitality creates experiences that bring people together. It creates places where relationships are built, milestones are celebrated, ideas are shared, and memories are made.
That belief is what inspired the creation of Hill Hospitality Group.
Our mission is simple: to develop hospitality concepts that combine exceptional service, thoughtful design, and meaningful guest experiences. Every concept we create will be rooted in a commitment to excellence, community, and genuine connection.
Our flagship concept, Jackson's Ultra Lounge, represents that vision. It is being designed as a sophisticated social destination for professionals, entrepreneurs, travelers, and individuals who appreciate elevated experiences in welcoming environments.
The journey to bring Jackson's to life has required patience, persistence, and an unwavering belief in the vision. Every meeting, every site visit, every conversation with potential partners and supporters moves us one step closer to making that vision a reality.
Hill Hospitality Group was built on the belief that great hospitality can leave a lasting impact on people and communities. As we continue to grow, that belief will remain at the center of everything we do.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our company and our journey. We look forward to welcoming you in the future.
Sincerely,
Kenneth E. Hill
Founder & Managing Member
Hill Hospitality Group
Kenneth E. Hill is the Founder and visionary behind Hill Hospitality Group, a Chicago-based hospitality company committed to creating elevated, culture-driven experiences. With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for refined social environments, Kenneth is building a brand centered on intentionality, sophistication, and meaningful connection.
But his journey into hospitality isn't just about business—it's personal.
Kenneth's path has been shaped by both ambition and adversity. Like many entrepreneurs, his story includes moments of setback, loss, and rebuilding. Those experiences didn't break his trajectory—they refined it. They instilled a deeper sense of discipline, resilience, and purpose that now shows up in every decision he makes.
That resilience is the foundation of Hill Hospitality Group.
Before stepping into ownership, Kenneth built his foundation within the nightlife industry as an event curator and promoter, developing experiences that brought people together and created energy within the room. Through that work, he gained a strong understanding of audience dynamics, atmosphere, and what it takes to create moments that people remember and return for.
Kenneth believes hospitality should go beyond service—it should move people. His approach is rooted in creating environments where energy, design, and experience come together seamlessly. Rather than following trends, he focuses on building concepts that feel timeless, elevated, and intentional at every level.
As an operator, Kenneth is hands-on and detail-driven, with a strong understanding of guest experience, brand identity, and multi-layered business strategy. From concept development to execution, he blends creativity with structure to build experiences that are both impactful and sustainable.
Through Hill Hospitality Group, Kenneth is building more than venues—he is building a legacy. His long-term vision is to develop a portfolio of distinctive hospitality concepts across multiple markets, each designed to leave a lasting impression and redefine the standard of experience.
This journey is driven not only by vision, but by the people and moments that shaped him—carried forward with purpose, and built to honor what came before.
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Development Updates
Hill Hospitality Group is committed to creating elevated hospitality experiences that bring people together through exceptional service, thoughtful design, and memorable moments.
As we continue developing Jackson's Ultra Lounge and future concepts, we believe in sharing our progress with our supporters, partners, and community stakeholders.
September 2026
A toast during Brunch Me, Please Me captures the spirit of the afternoon: good food, good energy, and a shared look at the brunch experience being developed for Jackson’s Ultra Lounge.
In September 2026, Hill Hospitality Group brought The Founder’s Table into a new phase with Brunch Me, Please Me — a 90s R&B brunch experience designed to explore not only the brunch side of Jackson’s developing menu, but the energy and atmosphere guests can expect from a future weekend afternoon at Jackson’s Ultra Lounge.
The session continued the same intentional development process introduced during the summer: invite guests into the room, let them experience the concepts firsthand, and listen closely to what resonates. This time, however, the focus expanded beyond individual dishes and cocktails. Music, presentation, social energy, and the rhythm of the afternoon became part of the experience itself.
Guests review Jackson’s Ultra Lounge concept renderings as the The Founder’s Table continues connecting menu development with the larger vision for the future guest experience.