Kelley Bondelie is Chief Operations Officer at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, one of the most iconic brands in the cinema space with 43 venues nationwide. Under her leadership, Kelley motivates her team to leverage the elements that make Alamo distinctive—film, food and fun—to create memorable guest experiences and deliver true brand differentiation.
A direct communicator and people-first leader, Kelley is passionate about developing leaders and building teams grounded in trust, accountability and mutual respect. Her hands-on approach helps teams navigate change, support one another, and deliver thoughtful hospitality at every venue.
Outside of work, Kelley is usually planning her next adventure, hiking in the Colorado mountains, or discovering a new restaurant with friends.
A panel on the training, operations, and development strategies that turn great employees into great leaders—because the best operators in this industry aren't just running restaurants; they're building the next generation of people who will.
