Looking to host a food event but not sure where to start? Carly Herron, Founder and Director of Next Door Dinners, will guide you through the essential steps to plan and execute a successful dinner pop-up or fundraiser—all while staying within budget! In this virtual workshop, you'll learn industry tips, explore creative venue ideas, navigate legal requirements, and develop personalized strategies for both for-profit and nonprofit events.

What You’ll Learn:

• Budget-friendly event planning tips

• Creative and practical venue ideas

• Key legal requirements for hosting food events

• Tailored strategies for planning impactful dinners and fundraisers

Details:

📅 When: Monday, October 21st, 2024 | 11am - 12pm

💻 Where: Virtually via Zoom

Link to on-demand workshop: https://zoom.us/rec/share/6ShQrJep6w61_aB1Zj2WO7WRWkRFRlA073jvse2eGnFjJNAItqjCXD8H5tog9iql.uSjc-AVXWrrJZ4wd

For DishRoulette Kitchen's monthly workshop in October, we will be hosting an interactive virtual workshop led by Argelia Martinez that will help you articulate your brand's unique story and create a roadmap for sharing it with the world in a consistent manner. We will discuss what is brand equity, how to build a customer-first strategy that creates an emotional connection to your brand. Walk out with a blueprint that keeps your business aligned with your brand values and drives sales.

Speaker Bio: Argelia is a brand strategist, intrapreneur, and first gen marketing professional from Chicago. She is the founder of Vida Mia, an experiential company that honors cultural identity and heritage. Argelia is dedicated to creating spaces for our BIPOC community to thrive by hosting quarterly events and through mentorship. With over 20 years of experience, Argelia is a Chief Communications Officer for Justice for Migrant Women. Outside of this role, she finds joy in advising first-time founders how to be brand architects and build a marketing tech stack. 

Link to on-demand workshop: https://zoom.us/rec/share/gd_HHksT1vNh_rvF6kIWESpVchRN6VzMpEs_MeE6PIawASHruXs4x20nBgJFGU9U.-yJyYpyRAzTbYyCu

For our July workshop, we will be hosting a part two of our interactive workshop equips hiring managers and operators with strategies to navigate the evolving landscape of employee engagement and development in a post-pandemic era. Explore innovative approaches to hiring; seamless onboarding processes, and progressive employee growth strategies that foster resilience and adaptability for your business.

Key Topics Include:

• Strategies for evolving your restaurant's culture to meet new customer and employee expectations.

• Hiring strategies to attract and retain talent in a competitive market.

• Best practices for integrating new hires remotely while maintaining engagement and alignment with your restaurant's values.

• Incorporating health and safety protocols into your culture without compromising on hospitality and warmth.

• Techniques for sustaining and nurturing your restaurant's culture amidst ongoing changes and uncertainties.

Available for download for all attendees:

Progressive discipline best practices

The DRK Hiring Cadence

• Screening questions

• In person & virtual Interview protocol

• How to make an offer

• Steps for onboarding

The DRK Employee Handbook

• Our white pages for you to plug and play

When: Monday, July 8, 2024 from 12:00pm -1:30pm

Where: Virtually via Zoom

Link to on-demand workshop recording: https://zoom.us/rec/share/bzbj8348-lPNYaOhYL2-27zAa1RArxMCAlmBU3akeuS11KLxaNyQgCKa5we2-osf.7fpekc7KGW6-e7hw

Advertising 101

For our June workshop, we will be hosting a part two of our interactive workshop led by Argelia Martinez that will help you in today's fast-paced environment, an advertising strategy is a crucial component of promoting and growing your brand especially when sales dip.

This interactive workshop will guide local business owners through the sequence of building a paid advertising and content strategy after you've established your branding elements. You will learn how to make the most of your advertising budget, discover ways to maximize your creative assets, and measure performance.

By attending this workshop, attendees will learn how to reach their customers at the right time, in the right place, in a strategic way by using advertising as a tactic.

Speaker Bio: Argelia is the founder of Vida Mia, an experiential and consulting company that produces cultural programming and content. As a proud Chicagoan and mentor to first-gen professionals, she is dedicated to creating spaces for our BIPOC community to thrive. With 20 years of experience in Integrated Marketing Communication, Argelia finds joy in advising clients how to be brand architects, build long-term marketing strategies, and operationalize their marketing tactics using systems and tech tools.

When: Monday, June 17, 2024 from 12pm - 1:30pm

Where: 1316 W. 18th Street & virtually via Zoom

Link to on-demand workshop here: https://zoom.us/rec/share/F2gCZ2BIbp7KKseZsCoIyb7UgF0pgf6ouB9KFabFjJTHpLzHd7Op0Go-ckponeLS.-zya93cbZeC_1ouf

DRK will be hosting a workshop on imposter syndrome and neurodiversity for business owners aims to shed light on two critical aspects of workplace dynamics. It begins by defining imposter syndrome, emphasizing its prevalence and impact on employee's productivity and mental health. Then, it delves into strategies for recognizing and addressing imposter syndrome within teams, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support.

Transitioning to neurodiversity, the presentation explores the concept and its significance in business settings. It highlights the value of diverse perspectives and thinking styles, stressing how embracing neurodiversity can lead to innovation and enhanced problem-solving within organizations. Practical tips for accommodating neurodiverse employees and creating an inclusive environment are also shared.

Overall, the presentation aims to empower business owners with knowledge and tools to cultivate workplaces where all individuals, regardless of their experiences, feel valued, supported, and capable of realizing their full potential.

Speaker bios:

Dr. Collazo is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, adjunct Professor, and owner of Grounded Healing, a group therapy practice in Pilsen. In her clinical practice, she has worked with clients on mental health dynamics related to the workplace and has navigated her own experiences with imposter syndrome while growing a successful business. She brings both personal and professional experience into this important conversation.

Dr. Bernard is a bilingual Licensed Clinical Psychologist who has worked in various settings, including academic medical centers, schools, community mental health centers, and private practice. She works primarily with neurodiverse individuals addressing the complexities of the workplace and navigating related mental health challenges.

We will be hosting this workshop in-person only at DishRoulette Kitchen (1316 W. 18th Street).

When: Monday, May 20, 2024 from 12:00pm -1:30pm

Where: 1316 W. 18th Street

Link to on-demand workshop recording: https://zoom.us/rec/share/XGTcS86HAj_XFcmXUdUzetCmpQo1G3ptd13rBr7F8wHig1gEAuCrEvshAKlUedsR.bME6zL2C2qB7z7pn

Building a Brand Strategy For the Long Run

For DishRoulette Kitchen's monthly workshop in April, we will be hosting an interactive workshop led by Argelia Martinez that will help you articulate your brand's unique story and create a roadmap for sharing it with the world in a consistent manner. We will discuss what is brand equity, how to build a customer-first strategy that creates an emotional connection to your brand.

Walk out with a blueprint that keeps your business aligned with your brand values and drives sales.

Speaker Bio: Argelia is the founder of Vida Mia, an experiential company that uses beverages as a medium to honor heritage. She is dedicated to creating spaces for our BIPOC community to thrive as a first gen mentor and proud Chicagoan. When she's not shaking drinks or teaching, she is an Integrated Marketing Communication consultant or taking nature walks with her goldendoodle, Canela.

We will be hosting this workshop in-person at DishRoulette Kitchen (1316 W. 18th Street) as well as having a virtual option via Zoom for those that can't make it in-person.

When: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 6pm - 7:30pm

Where: 1316 W. 18th Street & virtually via Zoom

Link to on-demand workshop recording: https://zoom.us/rec/share/X2fchG1nQ3X3tTNSoibKbjAC3vdSHvzJG5GJeso3iq0cz-oCO-B_vyx0PW0iZSzq.vldY2bylGUxwiE06

Financial Wellness for Food and Beverage Businesses

We invite you to participate in our comprehensive workshop, "Financial Wellness for Food and Beverage Businesses," designed to empower small business owners in the food and beverage industry. Join Brian Soto, CPA, founder of Soto Accounting and DishRoulette Kitchen, for an enriching session focused on navigating the financial landscape unique to your industry.

Link to on-demand workshop recording: https://zoom.us/rec/share/SiObLhju0I9B18R6IGcG6iiToZdBrUBRck9rCgX1s8CUEQ50RPukslWsoSqjm4QW.kq_U6qkMis4f0ezz