Mixiologist

Rory Shepherd is the founder of Avant Agency, a hospitality consultancy renowned for its exceptional blend of creative vision and operational excellence. With expertise in concept development, multi-venue operations, and brand storytelling, he has created experiences that connect deeply with guests and operators alike. Timothée is the founder of the Little Red Door, Paris' most awarded cocktail bar since opening in 2012, steering the brand from local neighbourhood cocktail bar to international fame and recognition before parting in 2024 to launch MAS, a farm and dining concept, in the south of France.

Together, Alex, Rory & Timothée bring a unified vision that balances narrative,precision, and performance, with collective career highlights including winning The Sustainable Bar Award' + 'World's Best Cocktail Menu' and multiple entries in The World's 50 Best Bars list for their work atParisian institution 'Little Red Door.'