Industry of Opportunity Webinar Series 03/27/25

Industry of Opportunity Webinar Series

Building Opportunity for Young People

Thursday, March 27, 2025 – Register Now

Find out why the restaurant industry means opportunity for young people from all backgrounds and how Restaurant Ready is equipping them with first job skills to enter our industry and grow. You’ll leave with an understanding of the unique contributions these young people are bringing to the restaurant industry and how you can be part of the NRAEF’s work through Restaurant Ready to empower people from all backgrounds to build a long-term restaurant career.

Panelists:

• Patricia D. Gill – Director, Program Development & Success, NRAEF (moderator)
• Wakin’ Bakin’ – Restaurant Ready Site & Employer:
  • Conrad Chura, Founder & Operator – Wakin’ Bakin’ LLC
  • Isaiah Talbert, Graduate, Lead Cook – JW Marriott New Orleans (Wakin Bakin Bridge Program Alumna)
• Café Reconcile, Restaurant Ready Site & Employer:
  • Vy Linh Ky, People Manager – Virgin Hotel New Orleans
  • Mia Williams, Hostess – Virgin Hotel New Orleans (Café Reconcile Alumna)

  Join us on the last Thursday of each month to explore topics ranging from skill-building and cultural intelligence to youth engagement and leadership development. Each webinar promises to deliver valuable insights and actionable information to help you and your team thrive in this dynamic industry.