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Acknowledging and celebrating our Unsung Hospitality Heroes. We value WHY and WHO before what and how in the industry. It's too easy to get caught up in the minutia of what we do and how we do it. Join Chef Jensen Cummings as he talks to industry leaders about the people that have been there through the trials and triumphs of their lives and careers. From childhood guides to ass kicking mentors to the team members in the trenches making it all happen. Help us celebrate these rockstars!
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Experience Wellness in Full Color: Where Fashion, Beauty, and Art intersect with Mind, Body, and Soul, brought to life through conversations with entrepreneurs at the crossroads of creativity and well-being. Embark on a journey that not only adorns your aspirations with style and infuses your life with beauty but also deepens your understanding of wellness through diverse perspectives. Join us as we navigate the realms where innovation meets tradition, and each conversation unveils insights ...
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Discover how Katie O’Connell, co-founder of Society of the Spectacle, transformed the eyewear industry with her unique vision and dedication to customer care. In this episode of The Dean’s List, Katie shares the secrets behind running a successful small business in LA, the power of customer reviews on Yelp, and the challenges of online eyewear shop…
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The Dean’s List Podcast with Hanan Abdelaal | From TV Production to Wellness Entrepreneurship In this episode of The Dean’s List, host Alison Dean sits down with Hanan Abdelaal, a former Senior VP in TV development who made a transformative career shift into wellness entrepreneurship. Hanan shares her journey from the high-pressure world of TV to l…
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Did you know the way you breathe and the position of your tongue could be silently affecting your health? In this must-watch episode of The Dean’s List, Michelle Phillips, a dynamic myofunctional therapist, reveals how oral-facial posture and nasal breathing can drastically improve your overall health—from relieving chronic pain to reducing headach…
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From LA glam to holistic wellness entrepreneur , Megan Nino of @BeautyLovesNature takes us on an inspiring journey in episode 13 of The Dean’s List. Megan, founder of Sacred Facials (@sacredfacials), shares her story of building a thriving skincare business rooted in wellness, sustainability, and authenticity—all while living in a self-converted sc…
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Welcome to The Dean's List! Today, we're diving deep into the world of holistic healing with the incredible Valerie Leavitt, founder of Boise Myofascial Massage. With years of experience and a life-changing encounter with the legendary John Barnes, Valerie has mastered the art of myofascial release—an innovative therapy that addresses pain at its c…
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Welcome to The Dean's List! In this episode, we dive into the magical world of Christina Thomas, a visionary mixed media artist whose creations transcend the ordinary. From balancing the business side of art to harnessing the healing power of creativity, Christina shares her journey, challenges, and inspirations. Whether you're an artist, entrepren…
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In this episode of The Dean's List, host Alison Dean interviews Tami Reed, a certified quantum human design coach and creator of the Harken Method. Tami takes us on a journey through her life, from her early experiences with spirituality at 14 to becoming an entrepreneur and energy healer. She discusses her groundbreaking work in Human Design and t…
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In this episode of The Dean's List, we dive into the world of craftsmanship, sustainability, and entrepreneurial spirit with Babs Pisch, the visionary behind Patriae Studio, a unique boutique in downtown Asbury Park, New Jersey. Hosted by Alison Dean, this conversation uncovers the rich tapestry of Babs' journey from her roots in Slovakia to curati…
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Welcome to The Dean's List! Join host Alison Dean as she explores the vibrant intersection of business and wellness with Aine McAteer, a renowned personal chef and food educator whose culinary journey spans from the kitchens of Hollywood's elite to intimate global workshops. In this episode, Aine shares her transformative health journey and how it …
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Welcome to The Dean's List, where we explore the diverse landscape of health, creativity, and the entrepreneurial mind! In this episode, host Alison Dean sits down with the dynamic fitness trainer Monica Hamann to dive deep into her journey, philosophy, and the transformative power of fitness. About the Episode: Monica is more than just a fitness t…
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Welcome to The Dean's List! In this inspiring episode, host Alison Dean dives deep into the world of craftsmanship, sustainability, and timeless style with Emma Thieme, the creative force behind Maven Leather and Design. Emma's journey began with a simple gift of leather scraps, propelling her into the intricate art of leatherworking. From her earl…
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Dive into the world of holistic skincare with Jenny McAteer (You are Beautiful Skin Therapy), the siren of the skincare sea, on this enlightening episode of The Dean's List. Join your host Alison Dean as we explore how ancient wisdom meets modern self-care, transforming facials into therapeutic rituals. What's Inside This Episode: Jenny's Personal …
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Revolutionizing Wellness with Katie Packwood: The Power of Neurofeedback | Dean's List Exclusive Interview Join us on the Dean's List as host Alison Dean dives into the transformative world of neurofeedback with Katie Packwood, a pioneer in neurofeedback and nutritional therapy. From her personal health struggles to her profound journey into the de…
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Unlock the Secrets to Optimal Health with Dominika: The Gut Health Revolution Dive deep into the world of gut health with Dominika, a visionary nutritionist who has carved a niche in transforming lives through the power of nutrition focused on gut wellness. In this revealing interview, discover the journey that led Dominika to specialize in the cor…
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Unveiling the Sparkle: Journey into Lynn Rachel Rose's Gemstone Universe Step into the dazzling world of Lynn Rachel Rose, a visionary jewelry designer renowned for her one-of-a-kind gemstone necklaces and bracelets that intertwine the essence of wellness with unparalleled elegance. In this exclusive interview, Lynn Rachel Rose unveils the passion …
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Dive into the Heart of Creativity with Namai Studio Join us on our FIRST episode of The Dean's List for a thrilling exploration with the visionary founder of Namai Studio, where innovation meets passion, creating a universe where fashion, sustainability, and nature coalesce. This interview unveils the layers of creativity, resilience, and the profo…
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3 year anniversary of Best Served Podcast, which launched on November 18, 2019 with Chef Jensen Cummings and special guest Elan Wenzel of Element Knife Company. Nearly 500 guests have graced us with their stories, wisdom, struggles, and hope for a better future for the restaurant industry, fueling our mission to amplify the worth and work of those …
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Edwin Sandoval strives to bring his Honduras roots to his cooking at his concept Xatrucho. Born in Honduras and raised in Colorado, Edwin has spent twelve years in the culinary industry working at restaurants like Le Grand Bistro, Argyll Whisky Beer, and Telegraph Bistro. His concept Xatrucho has spanned several iterations including a pop- up resta…
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Melissa Yanc is the owner operator of Quail & Condor. She started baking with her grandmother at seven years old. Her passion led her to Johnson & Wales Denver and then into the Denver restaurant scene before she headed to California. In Northern California, Melissa worked at SingleThread Farm Restaurant & Inn before opening Quail & Condor. 6 Quest…
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Levi Noe is the Vice President of Brokerage at Fuel and Iron Realty. A Denver native, Levi’s background in copywriting, marketing, education, entrepreneurship, and food service lend him a unique perspective into F&B real estate negotiations. 6 Questions with Levi Noe of Fuel & Iron Realty on Restaurant Square Footage, A Good Pro Forma, Second-Gen S…
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Kyle Inserra is a commercial real estate professional and the host of two podcasts, The National Restaurant Owners Podcast and Commercial Real Estate School. A 15-year restaurant industry veteran, Kyle is a thought leader in the hospitality industry and commercial real estate space. 6 Questions with Kyle Inserra of Zelnik National on Restaurant Cap…
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Fernando and Aida Scarpati are brother and sister co-owners of Ferdi, the new Italian restaurant in West Village, New York City. Their family legacy in the restaurant industry dates back to their grandfather, Ferdinando (nicknamed Ferdi), who came to America and opened up Ferdi’s, a restaurant in the Bronx. Their new restaurant Ferdi is an homage t…
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Jim Taylor is the creator of Benchmark Sixty, a Canadian restaurant financial optimization agency that uses data, benchmarks, and metrics to increase profit margins and improve productivity. Before starting Benchmark Sixty, he worked for Cactus Club Cafe and helped them grow into the household name they are today in Canada. 6 Questions with Jim Tay…
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Carlos and Victor Pedro grew up in their father’s restaurant, Ipanema. Ipanema has been in their family and in New York, in one location or another, for decades. Now Victor and Carlos have taken up the mantle as they open the newest location of Ipanema. Ipanema 6 Questions with Carlos and Victor of Ipanema on Pao de Queijo, Childhood Restaurant Mem…
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Jensen and Corey talk about the key takeaways from Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week: restaurants lack of acknowledgement and interaction with social media posts, the importance of reaching out to promote your business, building up trust and confidence in influencers, understanding the new guest experience, and breaking down the costs of a video. 6 Qu…
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Jillian Brown discusses moving away from Yelp and Tripadvisor type reviews and using Instagram highlights to create a community of online customers. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & t…
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Jesvyn Terraza talks about immigrant founded food businesses and the accountability of food content creators in the restaurants they highlight. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks…
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Nick Howard speaks about utensils, accessible packaging, and why he creates content about eating in his car. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video. 6 Questions …
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Alana Kaufman talks about social media engagement and creating content at food festivals. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video. 6 Questions with Denver Restaur…
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Haley Paez talks promoting your values and using social media as a billboard in restaurant social media marketing. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video. 6 Ques…
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Kip and Chris talk about fusing the culinary and cannabis worlds. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video. 6 Questions with Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Creators on …
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Daniela Evans breaks down the costs of creating short vertical videos and the costs of being a restaurant content creator. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video…
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Larry connects his years of experience in the kitchen with how to create the best restaurant content on social media. Denver Restaurant Tik Tok Week features eight food content creators in their own episodes to discuss topics like the power of food, misconceptions of restaurant influencer marketing as well as tips & tricks for short-form video. 6 Q…
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Reem Assil is the founder of Reem’s California, an Arab street corner bakery dedicated to community building, social justice, and sustainability. Best Served learned about Reem through Sicily Sierra and Nite Yun, all members of La Cocina, a womens’ food business incubator program. A true entrepreneur, Reem did this episode from her car. 6 Questions…
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Zuri Resendiz has been a friend of Best Served for a long time. He’s been on the show twice previously when he worked at Shanahan’s Steakhouse and at Cattivella. Now he’s broken away from his fine dining past and has opened Luchador food truck, serving street and traditional Mexican food made daily from scratch. 6 Questions with Zuri Resendiz of Lu…
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The six phases of New Restaurant Opening Order Of Operations (RO4) come from something we call the Countdown To Launch. Countdown To Launch is a checklist of over 800 things you need to do along your path to opening a new restaurant. Watch this episode to learn more about RO4. The NEW Restaurant Opening Order Of Operations…
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Simon Tran is reopening his Spanish inspired restaurant after a tough lease and landlord situation caused him to close. Botellón Spanish Tapas is meant to be a gathering place for people to explore new food, wines, and flavors. Simon is planning to open in late August or early September after closing in the summer of 2021. Watch to learn more about…
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KC Gonzalez always knew he was meant for restaurants. Growing up in the Philippines, he helped his grandmother at her store and cooked food for their multigenerational household. KC earned the moniker Chef Salty during his days as a sous chef, the name he currently uses as his Tik Tok handle. Tenmomi, his ghost kitchen ramen concept in Rutherford, …
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Chef Ji Hye Kim opened Miss Kim, a Korean restaurant focused on food inspired by Korean ancestors made with Michigan ingredients, in 2016 in Ann Arbor. Opening a restaurant was never a part of the original plan for Ji Hye. She started in hospital administration before becoming a cheesemonger at Zingerman’s at 27 years old. Watch to learn more about…
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Paul Arihara has used bartending to travel around the United States. Now he’s on a new journey with his family on Restaurant Tik Tok. Paul, his wife Leina, and daughter Joli run the DaaFamBam, a love story where food is the supporting actor. Watch his episode to learn more about his journey. 6 Questions with Paul Arihara of DaaFamBam on Restaurant …
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When David Witt reached out to Jensen to show his appreciation for Best Served Podcast’s episodes, he could only float the possibility of being a guest on the show. As a fan of the podcasts though, he knew his story, a story of addiction and recovery, would resonate with our audience. He manifested, put in the work, and made it come true. Watch thi…
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Jensen is serious when he says reach out to us. In his article “Where do Restaurants Go from Here?” he said, “I’m on the lookout for it, for you. What role will you play in where restaurants go from here?” Kelly Fischer answered the call when she DMed Jensen and their conversation led to this episode. What Role Will Each Of Us Play In Where Restaur…
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A duo like Bob Little and Chad Urban sound like they should be in a country music folk band. Instead they’re a chef duo who’ve opened three concepts (two restaurants and a catering operation) during the pandemic. Their restaurant Chez Nick in the Upper East side of Manhattan opened three weeks before restaurants shut down in 2020. How have they sur…
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In the middle of a mental health crisis, at the end of a two year pandemic, Barbie Beltran is working to create a solution. Her dream? A Whole Health Bodega called Sacred Society focused on elevating peoples’ health in body, mind, spirit, and soul. It will be a one stop shop for convenience and building healthy habits. Jose Guerrero joined her to m…
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Chef Scott Schaden’s journey to open Terra started way back when he got into the industry at fifteen. Scott says, “The things that got me into the restaurant industry are the things I hate about the restaurant industry now. When I was fifteen, you know what got me into this job: easy access to drugs, late nights, hot hostess.” He’s ready to make a …
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If you are considering opening a brick & mortar food concept, you need to watch this video! Jensen Cummings outlines 18 steps from his previous experience, successes and failures, starting restaurants and consulting on restaurants that he wished he would have known every time he created a new concept. From Brand Messaging to Financial Planning to R…
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Chef Paolo didn’t want to waste time on another social media platform. But Jensen and others kept saying he had to get more content out there, so he started making TikToks, and had a lot of fun doing it. Now his silly hotdog videos have the potential to transform into a real restaurant, because an investor reached out to him and wants to finance hi…
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