Served Up

Ep. 281: Distilling Impact with Dr. Dawn O'Neal

Dr. Dawn O'Neal, founder of New Dawn Distilling, shares her commitment to building a spirits brand rooted in sustainability and community impact. She speaks candidly about navigating the industry as a black woman founder while challenging traditional models of production and leadership. This conversation highlights her forward thinking approach to environmental responsibility, representation, and redefining what legacy looks like in modern distilling

Ep. 280: Advancing Equality with Geoffrey Wilson

Geoffrey Wilson, Turning Tables NOLA leader, shares how his journey in hospitality lead him to champion education and career advancement for the black and brown community. He speaks candidly about equity in our industry, the power of mentorship, and the importance of creating intentional pathways to leadership. He also reflects on how community, culture, and opportunity intersect to reshape the future of hospitality

Ep. 279: Elevating Hospitality with DeJorn Huffman

DeJorn Huffman opens up about her journey in the Chicago beverage scene, sharing lessons, challenges, and joys that shaped her path as she traversed her wide-ranging career from bartending, to liquor distribution, and now the spirits supplier side of the industry. DeJorn reflects on her deep love for the city, and how it inspires her work every day

Ep. 278: Shaping Culture Through Art & Beverage with Robin Nance

Robin Nance is, simply put, an icon in the beverage professional community. She bridges the worlds of craft and visual art, revealing a creative process rooted in intuition, experimentation, and storytelling. Robin reflects on her career offering insight into how drinks can carry a meaning beyond the glass. She also shares how her instincts, taking risks, & the personal philosophy that shape her work where she thrives

Ep. 277: Building a Life with Intention with Jessica Taylor

Jessica Taylor is the National Program Manager, Brand & Product Education for Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Talent Development. She shares her personal journey from being a single mom working in hospitality, challenges she overcame, to the beautiful life and career she has created for herself and her family with intention. Jessica is the epitome of resilience, growth, and the power of perseverance