Award winning author of Leadership Lessons From A Chef: Finding Time To Be Great and Tasting Success “Your Guide to Becoming a Professional Chef,” and newly published, “The Recipe”, Chef Carroll is currently the Executive Chef of River Oaks Country Club, in Houston Texas. River Oaks Country Club enjoys the reputation of being one of the top Country Clubs in the United States. The Club has 1700 members and 75 culinary team members.

Episode 259 – Andre Natera

A lauded former chef, André Natera recently stepped away from the kitchen. He guided the legendary Pyramid Restaurant from a two-star to four-star review by the Dallas Morning News during his tenure. Most recently, Natera served as the Culinary Director and Executive Chef for the Fairmont Austin Hotel — the largest luxury hotel in Texas. There, he oversaw and designed the culinary program for the high-volume property, including its signature restaurants Garrison, Revue, and Rules & Regs. Tune in to listen!

Episode 257 – Byron Gomez

Born in Costa Rica, Chef Byron Gomez migrated to the United States when he was 8 years old and is a proud DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipient. His interest in culinary arts started at a young age and after several years cooking on Long Island, he set his sights on New York City. With a mission to learn from some of the country’s best, and learn various cultures through cuisine, he honed his skills under culinary luminaries like Daniel Boulud, Ronny Emborg, Gavin Kaysen, and Daniel Humm. Tune in to hear more about Chef Byron.

Episode 254 – Erik Hernandez

Erik Hernandez is the Founder of MISE Footwear, a Portland, Oregon startup dedicated to making the new standard of footwear for the hospitality industry. Hernandez brings more than 15 years in footwear to table, with design and leadership experience at Vans, Adidas, and K-Swiss. Join in to hear the conversation!

Episode 251- Ragnar Fridrikson

Ragnar Fridrikson is the Managing Director of the World Association of Chefs Societies (Worldchefs) Since 2009. A global body that represents millions of chefs in over 100 countries. Previously, he has over 25 years of hospitality industry experience as a consultant, published food & wine author, food photographer, sommelier and restaurant manager. Tune in to hear what is up and coming for him!