Michael Dorf (entrepreneur)

Michael Dorf
Born
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Alma materWashington University in St. Louis
Occupation(s)Entrepreneur, businessman, concert promoter, philanthropist
Years active1985–present
SpouseSarah Connors
Children3
Websitewww.michaeldorf.com

Michael Dorf is an American entrepreneur. A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he founded the Knitting Factory, a New York City music performance venue, and City Winery, a chain of restaurants that feature live music and wine.[1] Dorf is also a philanthropist who hosts many charity events and donates the proceeds of his tribute concerts at Carnegie Hall to various charities.

  1. ^ Gensler, Andy (December 4, 2015). "City Winery CEO Michael Dorf on Expanding His $40 Million Business and Why Older Fans Just Want a Place to Sit". Billboard. Retrieved October 6, 2016.