Chris Schonberger is the General Manager of First We Feast and creator of the brand’s Hot Ones YouTube series. Founded in 2012 by Schonberger, First We Feast sought to bridge the gap between food, drink, entertainment, sports and pop culture. Through an innovative slate of food-driven flagship video series like Hot Ones, The Burger Show, Heat Eaters, Snacked, and Pizza Wars, Schonberger’s approach to creating premier and unique programming has garnered numerous awards and nominations, including two Emmy nominations for "Hot Ones"; multiple internet and web awards; and the 2014 James Beard Award for Best Food Blog. Under Schonberger’s leadership, First We Feast has expanded beyond the screen in its thriving commerce & licensing business with products including hot sauces, chicken strips, snack mixes, a Truth or Dab Game, partnerships with MealCo and Panda Express and more.