New Orleans Erika Flowers is the National Brand Ambassador for Copalli Rum, a sustainable, single-estate rum from the southern rainforest of Belize, the country of her family’s roots. Originally from the Bronx and based in New Orleans, she has built a nationally recognized career behind award-winning bars, including Compère Lapin, where she served as Bar […]
Pictures and Cocktails + A Sip of Paradise Garden A dynamic force in the spirits and cocktails industry, Keyatta Mincey Parker is the Chief Curating Officer of Pictures and Cocktails LLC and a hospitality veteran with over two decades of experience across hotels, fine dining, and clubs. Transitioning from a successful modeling career to mixology,
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Alpino + Black on Both Sides LLC, Detroit A true agent of hospitality. Andre believes that working hard, especially when no one is watching, is the foundation for success in all areas of life. His love of hospitality has garnered accolades and much recognition across America. In 2022, Andre received a nomination as a semifinalist
Originally from Mexico City, Carlos has been working in the restaurant industry for about ten years. He worked his way up at one of the best and busiest bars in Dallas, Victor Tangos. This was a creative and experimental bar that allowed him to test out new cocktails, flavors, techniques, and presentations. Once he joined
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LVMH and Serving Life Behind Bars, Chicago Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Alexis noticed the lack of diversity in her profession and decided to act. She is the co-founder of ‘Causing a Stir’, a non-profit aiming to elevate the careers of the underrepresented, women and POC into hospitality industry world through resources,
