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JUD BLOUNT

Proprietor

Jud Blount is a multifaceted entrepreneur who has achieved notable success in the restaurant and hospitality industry. As the leader of the Vintage Hospitality Group, he guides an expansive team of seasoned professionals. With expertise covering every aspect of the industry, Jud is adept at developing innovative and prosperous concepts. Born and raised in Montgomery, Jud attended the Univ. of Alabama studying Business Administration/Management. 

Prior to taking over Vintage Year, he was the President, CEO & Co-Owner of Filet & Vine for 19 years where he grew it to be Central Alabama’s largest specialty market, deli and bottle shop. In 2018, he opened Vintage Cafe, a coffee shop and daytime eatery. In 2020, in partnership with Alabama Power, Jud started MGM Greens, a fully climate-controlled hydroponic farm that grows leafy greens and herbs for his restaurants and the community. In 2021, he was named Restaurateur of the Year by Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association. In 2022, Jud opened Red Bluff Bar at the Silos in downtown Montgomery's Riverfront Park. In the following year, Blount completed the extensive City Fed restoration project that includes Ravello Ristorante and Bar Attico, a new Italian eatery and rooftop bar, along with several private event spaces. 

More recently, Jud collaborated with partners to launch Frenchie's in Cloverdale. Currently, he is working with another partner on the redevelopment of the Grove Court Apartments, an award-winning complex dating back to 1947, aiming to transform it into a modern living space.

Jud has two children, Jud Jr. & Susannah. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, hunting, fishing, and live music. A member and on the Board of Trustees of Fitzpatrick United Methodist Church, he has also been active in the community as a youth coach, co-chairman of The Capri Theatre – Marquee Magic Campaign, Capri Community Film Society President, Light the Heart of Cloverdale Co-Chairman & board member of Jubilee Cityfest in addition to being a former member of Fitzpatrick Volunteer Fire Department. 

Most recently, Jud served on the Board of Directors for the Montgomery Chamber and is a member of Montgomery Area Committee of 100 and the Board of Control, the Montgomery Area Business Committee for the Arts, River Region Trails and the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association.

Devan McCormick

Sous Chef

Originally from Valley, Alabama, Devan "Ty" McCormick discovered his passion for cooking during his first back-of-house venture at Texas Roadhouse in Montgomery. He later used the skills and knowledge acquired from Texas Roadhouse to grow his career and attained positions in multiple kitchens within the Montgomery area. During his time at Blackfinn Ameripub, Ty was promoted to Key Manager, where he developed strong leadership skills and was later introduced to the Vintage Hospitality Group, who quickly took notice of Ty's talents and passion for cooking.


When asked why he enjoys cooking, Ty says, "I enjoy cooking because of the satisfaction I get from someone enjoying my food. Considering I’ve never gone to school for it and didn’t come from a cooking family or background, that just makes me happy. I also enjoy the artistic side of food. Plating is probably my favorite part of it all. At the end of the day, I want to excel in this field and become someone my son will be proud of in the future."


Ty is excited to lead the team at Vintage Year as Sous Chef. Outside of work, Ty enjoys numismatics, drawing, and he is an avid music fan.

Lenard Flennoy

General Manager

Born and raised in the historic city of Tuskegee, Alabama, Lenard also attended Tuskegee University. It was there that he discovered his passion for food, service, and the restaurant industry while serving a three year tenure as an aerospace engineer. With an innate drive to manage high-volume restaurant operations, build productive and successful teams as well as help restaurants realize increased profit margins while reducing losses, Lenard embarked on a 20+ year journey as a General Manager for Applebee’s Restaurants and Bass Pro Shops’ restaurant division. He further enhanced his leadership tenacity as the Food and Nutrition Director for Morrison Healthcare in both Atlanta and Montgomery. In 2024, Lenard was named Restaurant Manager of the Year by Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association. When he’s not at Vintage Year, Lenard can be found creating valuable memories with his pride and joy, his daughter Kennedy. He also enjoys fishing, hunting, and serving as the Finance Director at Montgomery City of Refuge Church.

Alyssa Rivera

Director of Events & Catering

Whether it’s a milestone celebration, a professional workshop or an intimate gathering, Alyssa Rivera loves to help mark the moment and  and create memorable events. It’s the personal interaction with clients, assisting with planning and facilitating an event to seeing dreams come to fruition that is her passion. She thrives on creativity, organization, and detail.


Alyssa received her bachelor’s degree in Restaurant and Hospitality Management from the University of Alabama. She briefly interned with a small, boutique event planner in Tuscaloosa before moving back to Birmingham. She began her career working at the beautiful Ross Bridge Resort in Hoover, first at the front desk and then quickly transitioned to the resort’s events department. In 2014, Alyssa was hired by Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. to work at the busy, 385,0000+ square foot space of the Westin/Sheraton Birmingham Jefferson Hotel and Convention Complex. Her position entailed booking, planning, and managing simple, small gatherings to large scale markets including non-profit organizations, medical and pharmaceutical conventions as well as college and university graduations. In 2017, she moved as a newlywed to join her husband in Montgomery to work as the Event Director for Central Restaurant before joining Vintage Hospitality Group.


Combining her education with her decade-plus experience, Alyssa values the strengths of the team and works with members to channel even the biggest challenges into a collective success with her leadership, flexibility, and a “can do '' outlook.In her free time, Alyssa enjoys making her own personal memories with her husband, VHG Executive Chef Eric and their three beautiful children. They love being outdoors, traveling, and trying new restaurants and cuisine.

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