Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council – February 2023 Recognizing Black History Month In February, the United States honors the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape the nation. Black History Month celebrates the cultural heritage, achievements and adversities that are central to the history of the United States. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, […]

The largest minority-owned Food service company in the U.S., Thompson Hospitality is also one of the Nation’s largest retail food and facilities companies. We are a Family-owned organization, built on lessons learned from more than 29 years of client, customer and community relationships, as well as values passed down from previous generations of the Thompson […]

Pamela Zimmerman Workplace Services Coordinator GBS, Global Real Estate & Workplace EnablementAmerican Express Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:I have been happily married for over 30 years, a mother of 4 (a son, 2 daughters and a daughter-in-law) and a new grandmother (4 month old grandson). I am a singer and have had the […]

MBoone Umbima Vice President, Brand StrategyDavid Rio Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:My name is Mboone Umbima (pronounced Mm-bone-eh Oom-beem-uh). My main job is being the mother of a hilarious and rambunctious 4 year old, Trevor. During the day however, I am the VP of Brand Strategy at David Rio Coffee & Tea, and […]

Jessica Tantin District Manager Lifeworks Restaurant GroupAramark Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:I am a District Manager for Aramark in Columbus, Ohio. My job is to ensure that my team has the right tools and support to meet service and organizational objectives. I have a great team and we crush our goals! We do […]

Kenneth N. Ivory NBA, FMP, CFBE, FIH Vice President of OperationsCreative Dining Services Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:I am an international speaker, passionate coach and mentor, transformational hospitality thought leader and contributing author. My professional career spans over thirty years in the hospitality, academic, and non-profit industries. I currently serve as Vice President […]

Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:I own and operate the largest certified, woman-owned bakery in the NY Metro area. The Bread Gal Bakery is an artisan bakery providing fresh bread daily. Our delicious baked goods are scaled and rolled by hand, in the artisan tradition, and made without the use of preservatives and additives. […]

Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:I have been working in the Food Industry for the last 13 years with Tropical Nut & Fruit, and I am currently our Business Development Manager. It’s been a great career move for me getting to combine my passion for food and snacks with my employment. My husband graduated […]

RC Fine Foods is a family-owned manufacturer of specialty food products including soup bases, sauce mixes, dressing mixes and dessert mixes for the food service industry. Founded in 1972 in the garage of their family home by Rubin and Elaine Cohen, RC is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the State of New Jersey. […]

Tell SHFM members a little about yourself:As a dedicated and passionate hospitality professional, I work to empower others within the industry of all experience levels. I have worked in corporate foodservice, event planning and catering for more than 30 years. I currently serve as President and Owner of HMG+, President of the New York Staffing […]