Currency Exchange Podcast Lauren Paylor

As members as leaders of the food and beverage sector we are inspired by others, have moments that leave an impression or imprint on the paths that we take in our careers and impact others with the work and the lives that we lead. Join us as we chat with Lauren Mote, co-founder of Bittered Sling, Chard & Laver B.V, Nightcap Media and Women Celebrate on ways she's been inspired/motivated to make a lasting impression on the food and beverage industry and the guests that she serves.

What does it mean to be a steward of nature?

Join us as we discuss the best ways to be the best version of yourself by utilizing what the environment has to offer and how to take care of our environment. Sustainable practices can be implemented wherever possible. The all or nothing mentality sometimes prevents us from taking advantage of the opportunities to take better care of ourselves and our Earth.

Ron Zacapa displays the integration of craft and science from sugarcane to glass. When pairing Ron Zacapa with food the same knowledge and execution applies. Join us as we break down the art and science of food pairing with Lorena Vasquez, Master Blender of Ron Zacapa, and Sarah Playa, Senior Global Brand Manager of Ron Zacapa. 

Join LP as she chats with Thais Rodrigues and Adam Fournier. Over the last year we have seen an increasing number of individuals leaving the food and beverage industry. Thinking ahead to creating sustainable practices and establishments, what are some things we can do to prepare individuals starting in the food and beverage sector for the first time? How do we empower them and give them a voice?

Join us as we celebrate the conclusion of the 2021 World Class Global Competition with the 2021 World Class Global Bartender of the Year, James Grant and the 2017 World Class Global Bartender of the Year, Kaitlyn Stewart. We will discuss the responsibility as leaders in the food and beverage industry to advocate for issues and matters outside of F&B as well as the responsibility that we have to assist in building other communities and professionals within our sector.

In Episode six of Currency Exchange, LP chats with Jeff Savage, Jenna Ba and Lynnette Marrero about Self Awakenings, the importance of community and comfortability with identity within themselves and the food and beverage sector.