Kenneth Denning is a Connecticut hospitality and real estate entrepreneur who has overseen business affairs through Denning Enterprises for more than 35 years. Among the popular nightclubs and restaurants he has owned and operated across that span are Crystal Blue, Raz Mattaz, Infra Red, Pink Flamingo, and Deep Purple. At the same time, Kenneth Denning has excelled at flipping properties for substantial returns on investment.
Mr. Denning established his initial restaurant venture in Hartford, Connecticut, at 36 Luis Street. He led the corporation COLORS for a time, reflecting the fact that many of his club names referred to colorful hues. His entrepreneurial endeavors include inventions that have yielded several patents, including an innovative pull-tab oil can design. For these business accomplishments, Mr. Denning received a prestigious award in 2023.
Kenneth Denning maintains a strong community presence and supports several nonprofits, including Shriners Hospitals for Children and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He is also unwavering in his contributions to firefighters and police officers in his area.