MAPP Impact

Amazing interview between MAPP founder & filmmaker Joanna James and leading food media CEO & podcaster Nycci Safier Nellis

Honored and thrilled to have Industry Titan Elizabeth Blau, co-founder of the?Women's Hospitality Initiative?as the?MAPP Impact?partner for our EPIC 5-year anniversary conference presented by the?Wynn?in Las Vegas?? Credited for transforming the Vegas strip into a culinary destination, Elizabeth is a Trailblazer, mother, author & CEO of Blau + Associates made up of several renowned restaurants like?Honey Salt?&?Crown Block Dallas Elizabeth is a James Beard award nominee and visionary in the restaurant industry, dedicated to elevating women chefs and hospitality professionals to create a more inclusive environment. “I’ve been fortunate enough to learn from incredible mentors, and the best advice I can give is to surround yourself with women that you admire and can learn from.” ??? Let her words ignite your journey, inspire your ambition, and strengthen your network of powerhouse women! Join us for an unforgettable experience, filled with insight, passion, and the wisdom of one of the industry’s best. ??????

Honored and thrilled to have Industry Titan Elizabeth Blau, co-founder of the?Women's Hospitality Initiative?as the?MAPP Impact?partner for our EPIC 5-year anniversary conference presented by the?Wynn?in Las Vegas?? Credited for transforming the Vegas strip into a culinary destination, Elizabeth is a Trailblazer, mother, author & CEO of Blau + Associates made up of several renowned restaurants like?Honey Salt?&?Crown Block Dallas Elizabeth is a James Beard award nominee and visionary in the restaurant industry, dedicated to elevating women chefs and hospitality professionals to create a more inclusive environment. “I’ve been fortunate enough to learn from incredible mentors, and the best advice I can give is to surround yourself with women that you admire and can learn from.” ??? Let her words ignite your journey, inspire your ambition, and strengthen your network of powerhouse women! Join us for an unforgettable experience, filled with insight, passion, and the wisdom of one of the industry’s best. ??????

?? Exciting news! Get ??? for the EPIC 5-year anniversary MAPP Conference in partnership with?@womenshospitalityinitiative?presented by the?@WynnLasvegas?March 30-April 1! ?? Las Vegas with the GOAT in our industry?@elizabethblau?with an amazing Gala & 2 days of inspiring panels, workshops and mentorship speed-dating for intros & connections to industry leaders, celebrity chefs and acclaimed restaurateurs. All while having an extraordinary time over fine food, wine and spirits with old and new friends alike.?? Early bird tickets now available and ALL MAPP members get a HUGE discount. Link in bio #MAPPConference?#MAPPImpact?#MAPP2025?#RoadMAPPVegas?#WynnLasVegas?#CulinaryEntrepreneurship?#WomenInHospitality

?? Exciting news! Get ??? for the EPIC 5-year anniversary MAPP Conference in partnership with?@womenshospitalityinitiative?presented by the?@WynnLasvegas?March 30-April 1! ?? Las Vegas with the GOAT in our industry?@elizabethblau?with an amazing Gala & 2 days of inspiring panels, workshops and mentorship speed-dating for intros & connections to industry leaders, celebrity chefs and acclaimed restaurateurs. All while having an extraordinary time over fine food, wine and spirits with old and new friends alike.?? Early bird tickets now available and ALL MAPP members get a HUGE discount. Link in bio #MAPPConference?#MAPPImpact?#MAPP2025?#RoadMAPPVegas?#WynnLasVegas?#CulinaryEntrepreneurship?#WomenInHospitality

Today is Election Day! ??? Let’s make every vote count for the issues that shape our lives & futures. It wasn’t long ago that the?#MAPPImpact community stood shoulder-to-shoulder to?#stirupchange on Capitol Hill, raising our voices for paid family leave, affordable childcare, and support for small businesses. Many of our chefs rallied together with legislators Rep. Chrissy Houlahan,?Rosa Delauro,?and Jimmy Gomez for Congress, to stand strong and ensure that policies are put in place to make a difference and uplift women in the restaurant industry and their families! Tomorrow— we have another powerful opportunity to be heard. “At this point, we really have to change a system that has prevented us from tapping into our greatest potential. How generations of mothers and grandmothers before us have been made to feel like their dreams don’t count — that their God given talents don’t matter; we’re saying no more!” —Joanna James, MAPP Founder and CEO. Your vote, your voice. Let’s turn our vision into action! Get out the vote ???? #VoteForWomen #VoteForFamilies #MAPPImpact #chefscare

?? Meet Heidi Evans, a trailblazing food delivery entrepreneur and dedicated MAPP member based in Round Rock, TX! Heidi is on a mission to transform the industry with her next-generation delivery platform for residents of the Austin area with a local meal prep delivery solution “Milk Local.”?? When it comes to her MAPP experience, she says, “as an entrepreneur in the hospitality industry, MAPP has been an invaluable resource for building a strong community. They’re incredible advocates, passionate about connecting and empowering women in food—no matter the career goal!” We’re so proud to support members like Heidi who are pushing boundaries and making a significant impact in food and hospitality. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from our community! ?? #MAPPImpact?#WomenInFood??#FoodEntrepreneur??#CommunityBuilders?#WomenInCulinary

Get ready to join us at the iconic?Rialto Theatre?on October 8th for the special screening of the PBS award-winning documentary,?@afinelinemovie! This powerful film highlights women breaking boundaries in the culinary world and championing entrepreneurship and equality. ?? ??? When: October 8th, 2024, 6p? ?? Where:?The Rialto, Raleigh, NC Stay after the film for a reception featuring a delicious lineup from local culinary stars. ??? Mingle with fellow food lovers and celebrate the women shaping Raleigh’s culinary scene and communities. All proceeds from the night will be donated to support the?Southern Smoke Foundation?and tickets are going fast— so grab yours now through the link below! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable night!?? And a huge thanks to our sponsors, for making this special night possible! Delta Air Lines PepsiCo (Shalini Passales, Sumi (Paek) DeBenedittis, Lori Perricelli, Tracy Matis) Marriott Hotels Markham Vineyards https://lnkd.in/eT6nrV8G #MAPPImpact #CulinaryAdvocacy #cookingupsolutions #stirringupchange #chefscare #RaleighEvents #SupportSmallBusiness?#WomenInCulinary?#HospitalityLeadership?#RoadMappRaleigh

????? Exciting News, #RaleighNC! ????? Join us at the historic Rialto Theater for a special theatrical screening of the PBS award-winning documentary “@afinelinemovie”! ?? This inspiring film explores the powerful stories of women breaking barriers in the culinary world while championing entrepreneurship, equality, and passion. ??? When: October 8th, 2024, 6p? ?? Where:?@the.rialto?, Raleigh, NC But that’s not all! ?? Stick around after the screening for a reception featuring a delicious spread from local culinary stars! This is your chance to meet like-minded foodies and advocates for women entrepreneurs. ??? Let’s celebrate the trailblazers who are making a difference in our kitchens and beyond. ?? Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night and purchase your ticket today!

We’re proving that affordable childcare & paid family leave not only supports women & families, but boosts the economy while helping small businesses keep their doors open. The MAPP Advocacy Summit on Capitol Hill energized our chefs and small biz owners to keep sharing their experiences to urge lawmakers to pass legislation they will benefit from. Let’s?#stirupchange?together because we’re not stopping until we get the job done! Small business owners can’t afford to provide these policies on their own as they don’t carry the same balance sheet of large corporations. Our restaurants employ more than 13 Million people so these smart policies will support women and families in addition to small business. A big thank you to everyone who attended and shared your powerful voices in?#cookingupsolutions?and fighting for women, families, and small businesses to succeed! A very special thank you to our sponsors committed to our aligned work of creating change for good:?@pepsico Delta Air Lines Markham Vineyards Dough Wines Westin Hotels & Resorts Restaurant Associates #ChefsCare #MAPPImpact #culinaryadvocacy #AdvocacyInAction #WomenEmpowerment