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??Big news: af&co. is expanding to Southern California! ?? After two decades of delivering award-winning PR and marketing expertise in the Bay Area, we’re officially opening our SoCal office. With this expansion, we’re bringing our strategic approach and creative solutions to SoCal’s dynamic hospitality scene -- helping restaurants, hotels, and lifestyle brands elevate their storytelling, craft unforgettable experiences, and drive real results. At af&co., we believe in turning bold ideas into powerful brand moments—and now, we’re ready to do just that in Los Angeles and beyond. If you’re looking to grow your brand, create buzz, or collaborate on an exciting project, let’s connect. Learn more about our move and how we can work together: ?? https://lnkd.in/gDcbDXyP Meet the local LA team: Knarik Brewster I Makenna Lepowsky I Madeline Parks #afandcoSoCal #HospitalityMarketing #PRStrategy #BrandGrowth #LosAngeles #MarketingExperts

Last night we celebrated the roll out of the Oakland Restaurant Collective and we are beyond proud to be a part of this new organization to help elevate our Oakland restaurant community. Check out the clip below and stay tuned for more updates by following Savor Oakland. Roll Out Event: https://lnkd.in/gdmPhndE Savor Oakland: https://lnkd.in/gZQkQjiB #Oakland #Restaurant #Hospitality #Food #Networking #nonprofit #organize #community #CommunityOrganization #CommunityLead #EastBay #probono #Marketing #branding #PR

We are deeply saddened to share the loss of a cherished friend and an extraordinary chef. Charles was a true visionary, a mentor, and a light in our industry. We are grateful to have witnessed his magic and shared so many unforgettable moments with him at the Slanted Door and the many events he participated in. Our thoughts are with his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched and the indelible mark he left on the culinary world. https://lnkd.in/gX4YGM_z #marketing #communications #restaurants #restaurantindustry #legacy #culinarylegacy #chef #cheflife #honor

Ending the year on a high note! We're beyond excited to share that our 2025 Hospitality Trends Report has been featured in The New York Times! Check out the full article by the incredible Kim Severson here: https://nyti.ms/41VFtU3 Don’t miss the chance to download our complete report, featuring some exclusive bonus trends here: https://bit.ly/4gZzAth ? Wishing you all a Happy New Year! Here’s to an amazing 2025! ?? Photograph by Karsten Moran for The New York Times. #Trends #2025Trends #2025Predictions #NewYear #NewYorkTimes #Trending #Network #TrendSpotting #Marketing #MarketingTrends #SocialMedia #Wine #Food #Hospitality #Hotels

We’re wrapping up our 12 Days of Charity with a big round of applause for La Cocina! This amazing nonprofit helps women and minority food entrepreneurs turn their culinary dreams into reality, one delicious dish at a time. From affordable kitchen space to business support, they’re cooking up opportunities and success stories. Want to support their incredible work? https://lnkd.in/gvqtxch3 #12DaysOfCharity #LaCocinaSF #EmpoweringWomen #GivingBack #Charity #Community #Women #SupportWomen #Meals #GiveBack #Entrepreneurship #Culinary #Network

Wishing you a wonderful holiday!!

Day 11 is for the animal lovers, because at af&co., pets are family and we couldn't help but feature some of our office fur babies. ?? Rocket Dog Rescue has dedicated their hearts to saving homeless and abandoned dogs, giving them not just a second chance, but a chance to be loved. This season, let’s spread the love: consider adopting, fostering, or donating to this amazing cause. Together, we can help more tails wag.???? https://lnkd.in/g5ZikHCY #12DaysOfCharity #RocketDogRescue #AdoptDontShop #GivingBack #DoGood #Donate #Season #Giving #SpreadJoy #Fur #Pet #PerLover #Petlovers #Dogs #Cat #DogLovers #CatLovers #YappyHour #Gifting #Gift #GivingBack #Community #Philanthropy

Day 10 takes us outdoors with Vida Verde, a nonprofit creating life-changing outdoor education experiences for underrepresented Bay Area youth. Learn more about their mission here: https://lnkd.in/gJWzWcb #12DaysOfCharity #VidaVerde #OutdoorEducation #GivingBack #Charity #DoGood #SpreadJoy #Networking #Opportunity #Education #Community #Unity #Nature #Conservation

It’s Day 9, and we’re giving a big shoutout to Chefs End Hunger, the ultimate food waste warriors! This chef-driven initiative is on a mission to rescue surplus food from restaurants, caterers, and events, turning it into delicious meals for those in need. They’re literally fighting hunger one plate at a time. https://bit.ly/4gK2flH #agencylife #marketing #communications #restaurants #restaurantindustry #lifestylemarketing #hospitality #tourism #pragency #agencyhighlights #bayarea #Charity #12Days #Donate #GiveBack #FightingFoodWaste #FoodWaste #ReduceWaste #Sustainability #foodwaste #foodinsecurity #surplusfood #foodrecovery #chefstoendhunger

Day 8 is all about the SF-Marin Food Bank, a powerhouse in the fight against food insecurity in the Bay Area. With programs that deliver fresh groceries to families and seniors, they make sure no one in our community goes hungry. Did you know that every $1 donated helps provide 2 meals? Make a difference https://bit.ly/40Um2KF #12DaysOfCharity #SFMFoodBank #EndHunger #GivingBack #Charity #Giving #HolidaySeason