Ibby Moubadder
Co-Founder and Creative Director
Ibby is a leading figure in Sydney’s hospitality scene, bringing a number of diverse and unique concepts to market with his decade of experience.
Jorge Farah
Co-Founder and Executive Director
Over the past fifteen years, Jorge has been involved in numerous companies holding large accomplishments in the hospitality, retail and financial spaces.
Mark Anderson
Food & Beverage Director
Born in Sydney, Mark honed his craft locally, learning from Australia’s top bar directors, before leading award-winning cocktail bars across Europe, earning international recognition for his expertise
Lara Hurley
Head of People & Culture
Lara brings over 20 years of experience in Sydney’s hospitality industry to her role as Head of People and Culture at ESCA.
Jorge Santos
Group Marketing Manager
With 15 years of expertise in Graphic Design and 5 years as a Marketing Manager in the Australian hospitality industry, Jorge brings a wealth of experience to the team.
Paul Farag
Group Executive Chef
Born and raised in Sydney, Paul began his career as an apprentice aged fifteen, and has worked his way up to Executive Chef in his fifteen years in the industry.
David Owen
Group Operations Manager
David has honed his management skills in Sydney and London by overseeing establishments and learning from prominent figures.
Chris Mul-Howard
Group Operations Manager
With over twenty years of hospitality experience, Chris now serves as Group Operations Manager at ESCA, where his passion and expertise drive excellence and innovation across the board.
Natasha Hasna
Group Project & Events Manager
With a strong background in hospitality and events, Natasha brings her passion for creating exceptional experiences to her role as Group Projects & Events Manager at ESCA.
Taryn Fairgrieve
Group Reservations Manager
With 17 years in hospitality, Taryn advanced from host to Reservations Manager at top establishments, including Gordon Ramsay in London and Sydney’s most renowned hospitality groups.
Gianluca Lonati
Group Executive Chef
Italian-born Luca, with over 20 years in hospitality, hails from Milan but has made Sydney his home for over a decade, whose journey is as global as his palate.
David Beraquit
Group Operations Manager
With over 15 years of expertise spanning hospitality and integrated resorts in the Philippines, Singapore, and Australia, David’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable.