Kerry Boyle is Vice President and General Counsel of Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, LLC (CMR), where he oversees all legal matters for the company and serves as a key advisor to the executive leadership team. As CMR’s first in-house general counsel, Boyle provides strategic legal guidance across a wide range of areas, including real estate, development, corporate governance, litigation, business operations and risk management, helping support the organization’s continued growth and long-term success.
Industry and Community Impact
With more than two decades of legal experience, Boyle brings deep expertise in all aspects of the law that impact CMR and the hospitality industry. Known for his practical approach, sound judgment, and collaborative leadership style, Boyle works closely with teams across the organization to help navigate complex business decisions, while ensuring the company remains focused on its commitment to doing the right thing.
Boyle is an active leader within Ohio’s legal and restaurant communities and has dedicated his career to advancing both industries. His involvement includes:
- Board Member, Ohio Restaurant & Hospitality Alliance
- Board Member, Restaurant Law Center for the National Restaurant Association
- Member, Ohio State Bar Association and Columbus Bar Association
- Former Member Board of Governors, Columbus Bar Association
Throughout his career, Boyle has been a trusted advisor to hospitality and business leaders, helping organizations navigate growth, development, and operational challenges.
Leadership Philosophy
Boyle believes that professional success is rooted in preparation, hard work, and treating people with respect.
“I firmly believe success follows preparation and hard work. However, none of it matters if you do not treat people right.”
His leadership approach emphasizes integrity, relationship building, and a commitment to doing what is right, values that initially drew him to CMR and continue to guide his work today.
Career Journey
Before joining CMR, Boyle built a distinguished legal career at Isaac Wiles (formerly Wiles Boyle), where he practiced real estate and business law for more than two decades and served as CMR’s outside real estate attorney for 15 years. Through that longstanding partnership, he played an important role in the company’s expansion efforts while developing a deep understanding of its culture, values and business strategy.
When the opportunity arose to join CMR as its first in-house general counsel, Boyle embraced the chance to become part of an organization he had long admired. Today, he continues to provide strategic counsel that supports the company’s operations, development and long-term vision.
Personal
Boyle enjoys spending time with his wife, Miranda, and their three daughters. Outside of work, he supports Miranda’s retail boutique, Thread, and enjoys music, Ohio State football, running, cycling and golf. Among his favorite CMR menu items are the Hudson 29 Burger, Martini’s Veal Chop, and the Ribeye from Butcher & Rose.