Eli Raffeld is a seasoned marketing and business development executive with a strong track record in luxury hospitality and premium spirits. Currently a Partner and VP at Ethan Capital LLC, he leads a $160M wellness-focused hotel project and manages top-performing hospitality assets.

Eli co-founded High Road Spirits, helping drive $50M+ in global sales through award-winning whisky and spirits campaigns. His entrepreneurial background also includes launching Craft Imports LLC—pioneering Japanese craft beverage imports in the U.S.—and expanding American craft beer exports to 14 international markets with Global Craft Trading Inc.

He holds a B.A. in Philosophy from Colgate University and studied Japanese at Middlebury College and the Philosophy of Mind at the University of St. Andrews.

Known for his creative leadership and strategic clarity, Eli bridges design, operations, and global brand growth.