About Jennifer
Jennifer is the Founder of Global Restaurant Investment Forum (GRIF), the most prestigious global hospitality event. As a woman in a male-dominant industry, she spotlights Middle Eastern talent and culture while providing a platform for F&B investment opportunities.
About this episode
In this episode, we speak to Jennifer about her journey as the Founder of a company within a male-dominated industry – F&B. She also talks about her experiences and challenges as a woman, and shares insightful tips for young entrepreneurs.
Quotes
5:52 – A lot of females are starting to take leadership positions within the hospitality industry
7:30 – Take what’s happening here in the Middle East to a larger audience within the restaurant investment community
7:52 – We’ve been able to really show people who have come over to our events what’s happening here in Dubai
9:03 – It’s not necessarily a complicated industry but it really is one of the most, I won’t say difficult but challenging market to really get in
9:53 – People have been sitting around and sharing meals and that’s where they connect and I think that you’re able to really break down cultural barriers
10:06 – Food is a great way to understand people’s culture and also to appreciate the uniqueness of different parts of the world
10:50 – We were able to survive covid, has been quite an achievement in itself as well
11:11 – We were able to really support the industry during the difficult time
11:53 – It is really about finding the right team, getting the right advice and ensuring that you know what you’re getting into
12:07 – Try to find mentors around you who can help you through your journey in the corporate world
12:18 – It’s not just about the money, it’s about the skills, network, and what you personally bring to the table
13:00 – They’re very happy to help people and to give their time, to support the next generation that’s coming up
13:22 – Mentorships are a really big part of helping people get through and maintaining the industry
Useful Links
Website:https://www.grif.com/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/girlaboutheglobe
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grifsocial/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-pettinger-haines-a85b7a5/
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