Our Mission
We empower multi-unit restaurant operators to build systems that drive profitability — so they can scale with confidence and spend their time and energy where they want to.
What We Believe
Impact — We create meaningful change that transforms both businesses and lives.
Excellence — We deliver exceptional quality in everything we do.
Curiosity — We stay hungry to learn, grow, and innovate.
Community — We build strong relationships and foster connections.
Service — We put our clients' success above our own interests.
The Independent Restaurant Framework
Meet The Team
Christin Marvin | Founder & CEO
Christin Marvin spent 20+ years in the restaurant industry — from line cook at 15 to managing partner by 30. She's the founder of Columbine Hospitality, creator of the Independent Restaurant Framework, author of Multi-Unit Mastery, and host of The Restaurant Leadership Podcast. She has coached 50+ independent restaurant groups across the U.S. and internationally, helping owners scale from chaos to confidence.
Andrew Mangan | COO
Andrew is an impact operator with over twenty years of experience leading teams, building systems, and helping growth-focused businesses scale. He was part of the leadership team that grew a restaurant group from 6 to 48 locations — and brings that operational expertise to Columbine Hospitality.
Andrew leads internal operations and ensures the Independent Restaurant Framework delivers measurable results for every client.
Orrin Snyder | Coach
Orrin specializes in transforming restaurant owners into confident CEOs through the Independent Restaurant Framework (IRF). He drives sustainable growth by aligning People, Process, and Profit, leveraging expertise in accounting, labor, and inventory management across various back office solutions. His approach focuses on building high-performing teams through leadership development and data-driven systems to ensure operational consistency and long-term profitability.
James Samara | Coach
James is an entrepreneur and hospitality operator with over a decade of experience launching and scaling businesses across the U.S. A Colorado State University graduate, he began his career with Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group before founding his first company in 2012 and going on to build more than 25 businesses, including multiple restaurant groups. Today, he focuses on concept development, operational scaling, and advising founders and investors on hospitality-driven ventures.
What You Can Expect
Partnership
Through our shared conversations, we can foster a supportive and confidential partnership built on trust and mutual respect.
Let's be partners in discovering the answers that are right for you — 50/50!
Customized Packages
All coaching and consulting packages are tailored to you - the hospitality leader.
We understand your budget and how hectic life can be, so my services adapt for maximum impact but minimal time investment!
Accountability
Each session you'll develop concrete action plans that will push you to reach your full potential, and I'm here every step of the way as a reliable source of support.
Together we'll work towards achieving the goals you want in life!