Second Generation Head Cook. My mom worked 30 years in the Industry. I spent most of my life in Manufacturing Management before turning to the Food Industry. I owned and operated Island Q Concessions for 2 years and I’m the Head Chef at the oldest bar in Arkansas The Ohio Club since December 2015. I’m also a Certified Food Sport Judge with WFC, SCA, & KCBS and have been since 2010. The Ohio Club since 2016 has won about 25 Best Burger Awards, numerous Best Lunch, Appetizer, Bar & Grill Awards. Nominated for the ArkFoodHOF 7 times and a Finalist in 2019 & 2020, 2021, 2022. Winner of the People’s Choice Award ArkFoodHOF 2020. Nominated for a James Beard Award. I’ve also won Best Chef in the State twice and nominated for the ArkFoodHOF Proprietor of the Year 6 times. I won Taste of America Challenge for Arkansas earning a place at the WFC in Dallas competing in the Burger World Championships 2020.