We sat down for an exclusive interview with Alex Calderwood to discuss his latest creation, the Ace New York. Some might consider him an unconventional entrepreneur, building a string of successful businesses and creating cultural hubs by trusting his gut instincts. He’s responsible for the magnetic force behind Neverstop and Rudy’s Barbershops. The Ace New York will be the fourth hotel in the portfolio, hot on the heels of Palm Springs and the more established Seattle and Portland locations.