UES
A hidden Upper East Side gem celebrated for inventive cocktails and an intimate atmosphere.
Institutional hospitality execution
Most hospitality projects fail.Yours won't.
Institutional oversight for owners and brokers: capital protected, timelines held, assets built to perform.
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- Risk mitigation
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- Development execution
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- Asset optimization
Wrong team means lost capital, stalled timelines, and underperforming assets.
Here is what we prevent.
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Capital protection
We eliminate scope creep and budget overruns before a dollar is committed.
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Project de-risking
Institutional-grade oversight keeps schedules, permits, and contractors on track.
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Operational yield
We engineer assets to generate returns from day one, not just open doors.
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Broker alignment
We are the execution credibility brokers rely on to close deals with conviction.
The Bond Group legacy: operational excellence
Cortney Bond brings a proven track record of creating and scaling high-performing hospitality assets in New York City's most competitive market.
Not a Speakeasy
An iconic concept that redefined the clandestine bar experience through bold storytelling and exceptional execution.
Champagne Problems
A high-energy champagne destination known for its vibrant atmosphere and premium selections.
Core execution pillars
Without institutional oversight at every phase, projects do not just underperform. They fail.
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Development & build-out
Feasibility, estimating, construction management, and owner representation before a dollar is wasted.
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Advisory & asset optimization
Transaction diligence and post-occupancy FP&A that keep capital protected after the doors open.
Built by operators and financial architects
Cortney Bond
CEO & Co-Founder
Elite hospitality operator and licensed NYC General Contractor with 25+ years of multi-market leadership across Las Vegas and NYC. Known as "The Cleaner" for asset turnaround, her background spans managing elite Vegas clubs, Yankees luxury suites, and national openings for Sugar Factory. Founder of The Bond Group, she conceptualized, designed, and self-built high-performing Manhattan venues including UES., Not A Speakeasy, and Champagne Problems.
Arin Katchikian
Managing Director & Co-Founder
Institutional financial architect and former Portfolio Manager of $250M+ in Real Estate Private Credit. Arin brings deep expertise in hospitality having worked FP&A for Tao Group Corporate, his family's top 30+ year design-build hospitality construction firm, and asset-level financial optimization. His background spans construction, finance, and real estate, ensuring every project is structured to close, perform, and protect investor returns from day one.
The co-branding framework
We carry the “Designed & Developed by Bond & Vitalis” mark while honoring independent operator brands and The Bond Group's legacy.
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Operator brand first
Every engagement is grounded in the owner's vision, identity, and market positioning.
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Bond & Vitalis credentialing
Our mark signals institutional execution quality, adding credibility without overshadowing the operator.
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Legacy preserved
The Bond Group heritage is woven into every project, elevating every partnership.
Don't wait.
Every day without institutional execution is unnecessary risk to your capital, timeline, and opportunity.
For brokers: Add Bond & Vitalis to every deal and ensure your closings hold.
For owners & operators: We eliminate compounding exposure from day one.
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Introduce your deal or asset
Share the opportunity: acquisition, build-out, or optimization mandate.
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Receive a tailored engagement proposal
We scope the right service pillars for your specific capital and execution needs.
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Deploy the engine
Bond & Vitalis goes to work protecting your capital and maximizing your yield from day one.