Meet the Team Behind Tapster
We’re People-Powered – on Purpose
Tapster isn’t just a self-pour bar concept. It’s a people-first brand powered by a team of seasoned franchise experts, operators, marketers, and community builders. Together, we’re scaling something bold—without losing the vibe that made it special in the first place.
Our leadership team brings decades of experience growing national brands, refining franchise systems, and supporting local entrepreneurs. Whether you’re opening your first tasting room or scaling into multiple markets, you’ll have the full Tapster crew in your corner.
FOUNDER & CEO
Roman Maliszewski
A Princeton grad with deep Chicago roots, Roman founded Tapster in 2017 after a yearlong global journey and hands-on work with self-pour technology. His mission? To create a better bar experience – laid-back, flexible, and built for connection. Today, Roman still leads with curiosity, community, and a passion for empowering both guests and franchise partners.
PRESIDENT OF FRANCHISING
Mike Weinberger
Mike has spent over two decades helping brands scale through franchising. With a background in law and entrepreneurship, he brings big-picture thinking and tactical expertise to Tapster’s franchise strategy – guiding owners from launch to legacy.
VP OF FRANCHISE DEVELOPMENT
Justin Livingston, CFE
A Certified Franchise Executive with 20+ years of experience, Justin specializes in finding the right franchise partners and building scalable systems. He’s led growth for powerhouse brands across multiple industries, and he’s helping Tapster expand with intention and momentum.
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Eric Kluger
From lease negotiations to operations, Eric brings a lawyer’s precision and an operator’s focus to the Tapster table. He ensures the systems behind the scenes run as smoothly as the taps on the wall.
VP OF FRANCHISE MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Jayne Levy, CFE
Jayne has helped more than 75 franchise brands find their voice and grow their footprint. With deep PR experience and a passion for storytelling, she leads Tapster’s marketing and brand strategy, making sure the right people discover the Tapster opportunity.
FRANCHISEE ONBOARDING DIRECTOR
Peter Harris
With 20+ years of hospitality experience and hands-on Tapster ownership under his belt, Peter helps new franchisees launch with clarity and confidence. He’s done every role in the industry—and now he’s your go-to guide from site buildout to soft opening.
What It’s Like to Work With Us
We keep things real, responsive, and collaborative. Whether you’re in your discovery process or preparing for opening day, you’ll have access to our full team and the systems we’ve built to help you succeed. We’re here to help you grow a thriving business, without losing the heart of what makes Tapster special.