Feast and Flourish: Turning Passion to Profit from every Pot

Description

Event is open to both Chamber members & Non-members

Not yet a Chamber member and interested in attending future events at the member rate and other exclusive opportunities for upskilling, networking, and more? Contact us here to learn more. 

Keynote Speaker: Chef Jaime Ortiz

With over 30 years of experience, Chef Jaime Ortiz brings a powerful blend of wisdom, creativity, and business insight to the Feast and Flourish stage. A Puerto Rican native with humble beginnings, Chef Jaime will share his journey from the kitchen to the boardroom, offering practical strategies for food entrepreneurs ready to grow.

Are you a food entrepreneur looking to grow your business, build meaningful connections, and gain inspiration from others in the culinary world? Join us for Feast and Flourish: Turning Passion to Profit from every Pot, a dynamic networking event tailored specifically for local food makers, chefs, aspiring restaurateurs, and culinary creatives ready to turn their passion into a thriving business.

What’s on the menu?

💡 Learn and Leverage - Discover local resources and opportunities to support your journey from concept to thriving enterprise

Listen and Launch – Hear real-world insights from local restaurant owners and food industry leaders

🍲 Savor and Sample - Enjoy tasting opportunities from a variety of local food entrepreneurs

🤝 Connect and Collaborate – Network with fellow food entrepreneurs and stakeholders within the Capital Region’s culinary community in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you're dreaming of opening a food truck, growing a catering business, or scaling a family recipe onto retail shelves—this event is for you. Join us!!

📅 Date: August 28, 2025
🕦 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Capital Roots
💵 Cost: Free

Space and plates are limited, so don’t wait! Register now to reserve your spot and be part of a powerful afternoon designed to help you turn your culinary passion into profit.

This event is hosted by: The CRC BIPOC Business Growth Initiative, Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region, and 3tone Digital.