Creating a Home at Church Bar: Exploring Hospitality with Chelsea Gregoire

Join us on "The Truth In This Art" podcast as host Rob Lee sits down with Chelsea Gregoire, a consultant and educator in the hospitality industry. Explore Chelsea's journey and expertise in building successful restaurant and beverage programs, fostering community through cocktails and hospitality, and creating welcoming spaces for all.

Chelsea and Rob discussed:

• Chelsea's background in the hospitality industry and their experience in opening bars, restaurants, and hotels for others, culminating in their own project as an owner with Church in Baltimore.
• The founding of Drinkable Genius, a consultancy focused on supporting business owners in building and improving restaurant and beverage programs, optimizing profitability and service standards, and navigating challenges, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
• The transformative power of cocktails and hospitality in generating community and providing opportunities for others, as well as Chelsea's accolades and recognition in the industry.
• Chelsea's involvement in industry events and organizations, including Tales of the Cocktail and Bar Convent Brooklyn, and their role as an educator and speaker at conferences and in partnership with brands and publications.
• The holistic approach to career development, equitable systems, and creating inclusive spaces that Chelsea has developed through their background in building religious communities and their Master of Arts in Theological Studies.

Join us for this engaging episode as we dive into the world of hospitality with Chelsea Gregoire and gain insights into their passion for building thriving businesses and fostering community through cocktails and hospitality.

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
• Edited by Daniel Alexis
• Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

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• Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
• Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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