Emma started at Russell's in July 2021 as a server and quickly rose through the ranks to become a bartender and later beverage director, before signing on for the general manager role in October 2024. Emma grew up in Nashville and graduated from Auburn University in 2017. She moved to Vail in 2018 where she instantly found a home at the Vail staple, Moes Original BBQ. She comes from a dynamic food and beverage background where she's worked at every level from slinging BBQ to managing multiple outlets at the Four Seasons Vail. Emma enjoys so many things this valley has to offer. She is passionate about skiing, enjoying new restaurants and her 13 year old dog, Trooper, who has been with her since 2012! Emma is excited to spearhead the next generation of Russell's talent, while finding new and innovative ways to become more involved in the local community, both personally and professionally.

Tyler joined the Russell’s team in 2025, bringing with him five years of experience as bar manager at our beloved sister restaurant, Los Amigos. Though new to the Russell’s family, his passion for hospitality and events made him a natural fit. When he’s not welcoming guests or planning something fun at the restaurant, you’ll probably catch him on the hill, on the river, or out on the trails. A regular at local shows, Tyler’s always down to talk music.

Shea joined us October of 2024, with 18 years of experience in the restaurant industry. She’s held every possible position including line cook, and plans to open her own bar/restaurant one day. Her passion for the restaurant industry lies purely in her love for hospitality at its core. Providing memorable experiences for people while they are on vacation adds to the excitement and fulfillment that comes from this line of work. There's something about the energy buzzing in a restaurant environment that challenges us to take risks and elevate our standards. Her background is in fine arts, so having the ability to curate our cocktail program and wine list allows her to have a creative outlet. She loves being able to change up our beverage selections based on Chef Jason's menu each season. She’s been working hard to evolve our wine list into something that speaks to the Russell's environment. Wine is something she’s incredibly passionate about - the stories about the winemakers and the history lessons that come with each bottle adds something unique to the dining experience for our guests. She ensures they leave with the memory of an incredible meal paired with their new favorite bottle of wine.  When she’s not at Russell's, you’ll find her skiing, gardening, trail running, playing in the ceramics studio, planning her next trip across the world, and spending every spare moment on the river.

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