A huge part of the firm's strength comes from the hard work and dedication of its team members. Everyone plays an important role in the success and achievements of each and every Daniel Reed concept.
JAMIE DURRENCE
Managing Partner
A resident of downtown Savannah since 1998, Jamie Durrence has a deep appreciation for the community and its
unique character. A restaurateur for over 20 years with a tenured history in some of Savannah's favorite venues, Jamie is known for his entrepreneurial spirit and creative approach to hospitality.
As the visionary behind Daniel Reed Hospitality, he has built and continues to drive the brand's momentum and growth — a commitment to quality
and craft reflected in the company's warm, welcoming atmosphere and outstanding reviews.
Raised on a working
farm in Glennville, Georgia, Jamie graduated from the Savannah College of Art & Design and began his career in
New York City with Carolina Herrera and later as Product Manager for Liz Claiborne's Ellen Tracy label. He is also a decorated national champion equestrian and a private pilot who enjoys flying in his free time.
CALEB POPPELL
Operations Manager
A native of Savannah, Caleb Poppell has a deep love for the city and the community it hosts. With over a decade in
the food and beverage industry, Caleb developed a passion for cocktails, spirits, and wine, working at concepts across Savannah, St. Thomas, and St. John.
As Operations Manager, he focuses on building strong relationships
between kitchen, service staff, and guests, ensuring every visit reflects the same care and consistency across all of
Daniel Reed's concepts.
In 2022, he began pursuing certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers, passing his introductory exam with a perfect score and his Level 2 exam just four months later.
He passed his Level 3
Advanced exam in 2025 and is currently studying for the Master Sommelier exam.
TAYLOR VILLANI
Beverage Director
Taylor oversees the cocktail, wine, and spirits programs across the group’s celebrated restaurants and bars.
Originally from Philadelphia, she has also lived in New Jersey, Austin, TX, and now Savannah, GA — each city and its people influencing her approach to flavor and hospitality.
With experience ranging from dive bars to acclaimed craft cocktail lounges, Taylor brings both versatility and creativity to her work. She is passionate about crafting menus that balance timeless classics with innovative, seasonal offerings, always designed to make guests feel welcomed and cared for.
ROBBY PERKINS
Creative Director
After graduating from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in Architecture, Robby Perkins joined the group as Creative Director. Prior, Perkins worked for Marc Jacobs, Int.
Perkins' major projects include Perch Rooftop Bar and Lounge, the private dining room at Local 11ten, The Public Kitchen & Bar, Soho South Cafe, Artillery, Franklin's and several private residences in Savannah, Georgia. Responsible for all forms of visual communication such as interior
design, branding, marketing, editorial, advertising and packaging, Perkins works collaboratively with different departments across each Daniel Reed concept.
His diverse expertise in design and customer service help him craft design solutions that
enhance the user experience by carefully considering the relationship between the
environments he creates and the patrons that visit them. He believes that successful design is holistic and personal and always includes impeccable attention to detail with original thinking.