# Anthony Ackil

> Anthony Ackil is a Boston-based restaurant founder, operator and investor. He co-founded B.GOOD with childhood friend Jon Olinto, founded Streetlight Ventures in 2019 and became chairman of Red Robin in April 2025.

- **Role:** Founder and CEO at Streetlight Ventures
- **Organizations:** Streetlight Ventures, B.GOOD, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Launchpad Streetlight Acquisition Corp., Burtons Grill & Bar, Tio Juan’s Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, Anna’s Taqueria
- **Education:** B.A. in government, Harvard University, Noble and Greenough School
- **Known for:** Grew B.GOOD to more than 80 locations., Earned six varsity letters as a Harvard football player and wrestler., Founded a restaurant management and investment platform whose portfolio includes multiple East Coast brands.

## Career timeline

- **1999** — Graduated from Harvard University; subsequently worked in consulting at PricewaterhouseCoopers and IBM.
- **2004** — Co-founded B.GOOD with Jon Olinto; began tenure as CEO.
- **2013** — B.GOOD opened its first franchise in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
- **2018** — End of B.GOOD CEO tenure, as reported by Red Robin.
- **2019** — Founded Streetlight Ventures.
- **2020** — Joined Red Robin’s board in March.
- **2025** — Became Red Robin board chairman in April; also serves as CEO and director of Launchpad Streetlight Acquisition Corp., formed in 2025.

## Achievements

- Grew B.GOOD to more than 80 locations.
- Earned six varsity letters as a Harvard football player and wrestler.
- Founded a restaurant management and investment platform whose portfolio includes multiple East Coast brands.

## Latest updates

- **2025-04** — Appointed chairman of Red Robin’s board, effective April 24.
- **2025-11** — A November 18 SEC filing identifies Ackil as CEO of Launchpad Streetlight Acquisition Corp.

## Links

- Website: https://streetlightventures.com/leadership/anthony-ackil/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-ackil-990b23a9

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Last updated: 2026-10-09