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Up Next on Toast Meets Jam – Rachael King!

An Interview with Rachael King, Head of Communications for DogVacay

Coming up next on Toast Meets Jam… Rachael King, the Head of Communications for DogVacay.

The goal of Toast Meets Jam is to inspire and empower you to pursue your passions. Often this means stepping out on your own and building your vision from the ground up rather than following a traditional career path. For this reason, most of the interview guest are female entrepreneurs.

On this episode of Toast Meets Jam however, I interview a guest who’s entrepreneurial spirit has taken her a different route. Rachael King is the Head of Communications for DogVacay, one of today’s hottest startups. It’s a role that she enthusiastically refers to as her dream job, as would many young women who’s interests also lie in the industry. Though her journey did not lead her to building her own business, it is one of an entrepreneur none the less.

From sitting behind a desk at a lackluster administrative job to competing to become MTV’s first Twitter Jockey to building the famous “Pinterest Resume”, Rachael’s pursuit of her passion is quite the unique tale. Check back in to catch our conversation over green juices and avocado toasts at Gracias Madre.

For anyone who wants to find their way into a career in social media, this is an interview not to be missed!

Cheers!

Jen

May 1, 2015
Up Next on Toast Meets Jam – Pace Webb!

An Interview with Pace Webb, chef & lifestyle expert behind Taste of Pace

Coming up next on Toast Meets Jam… Pace Webb, the chef and lifestyle expert behind Taste of Pace.

I remember as clear as day the first time I met Pace. She was decked out in a fantastic yellow print dress and wearing the most “catch-me-if-you-can” color of pink lipstick. I knew I liked her before even getting introduced.

If you’ve ever encountered Pace you know just how irresistible she can be. Her kick-ass outfit drew me in but as soon as we got to talking I could see that her personality was just as colorful. You can’t help but want to hang with this vivacious lady.

Though she earns high marks for her sense of fashion, Pace’s real talents come to life in the kitchen. She is the founder of the catering company Taste of Pace, the host of an invite-only supper club, and a regular TV personality for various food and lifestyle media including Oprah’s OWN Network.

This time around we mixed things up a bit and held our interview at my house in Venice. I wanted to introduce Pace to one of my favorite new brunch spots, Gjusta, but their set-up was less than ideal for filming. Instead, we grabbed a box of pastries to go and brunched take-away style.

Over our baklava croissoints Pace and I talk about the founding of her company, her evolution from chef to TV personality, and why dessert just doesn’t get any better than chocolate cake. Make sure to check back next week to catch the full interview!

Cheers!

Jen

April 17, 2015
Up Next on Toast Meets Jam – Marlene Bernstein!

An Interview with Marlene Bernstein, chef & owner of Savour this Kitchen

Coming up next on Toast Meets Jam… Marlene Bernstein, chef and owner of Savour this Kitchen.

Whether you’re just discovering Toast Meets Jam or have been following along for a bit, this next interview is one you won’t want to miss. Marlene is the pint-sized powerhouse behind Savour this Kitchen, an umbrella brand that includes her catering company as well as vegan and gluten free signature sauce and spice blends. She invited me to one of her favorite spots in downtown LA, The Springs, to catch-up over green juice and guacamole.

There are so many things I love about this interview. To start, I am head over heels for The Springs. This recently opened spots dubs itself “a multi-faceted urban oasis” and includes an organic juice bar, yoga studio, wellness center, and raw vegan restaurant & wine bar. What’s not to love?? If you’re in LA you need to find any excuse to make your way there (yes even you west siders!).

On top of getting to do the interview at an awesome spot, Marlene was just a blast to get to know. We started with the serious — how did you get started, what’s your advice–weaved in a lot of of fun along the way, and ended up with a full-on karate demonstration– she’s a black belt. There are so many ‘mazing things to discover about Marlene. Make sure to check back to catch the full interview!

Cheers!

Jen

April 3, 2015
Up Next on Toast Meets Jam – Kelsey Borlan Lee!

An Interview with Kelsey Borlan Lee, founder of The Brand Gals

Coming up next on Toast Meets Jam… Kelsey Borlan Lee, founder of The Brand Gals.

I first met Kelsey at Snap, a photography/Instagram workshop for entrepreneurs. I’d learned about the workshop fittingly through Instagram where I’d been following The Brand Gals. The adoring fan (read Instagram stalker) in me had to get Kelsey on the show to talk about the creation of her beautiful branding company. Luckily for all of us she obliged.

We met up for brunch at Aroma Cafe in Studio City where Kelsey divulged her journey from getting started as a one-woman kids’ photographer to running a multi-faceted team of brand builders. Tune in to Toast Meets Jam next week to catch the full interview, learn more about The Brand Gals, and get a look behind the scenes!

Cheers!

Jen

March 20, 2015
Up Next on Toast Meets Jam – Britt Hysen!

An Interview with Britt Hysen, founder and editor-in-chief of Millennial Magazine

Coming up next on Toast Meets Jam… Britt Hysen, founder and editor-in-chief of Millennial Magazine, shares her take on today’s generation of influencers, the qualities that make these go-getters successful, and why she’s made it her mission to tell their stories.

Check back next week for the full interview and a behind the scenes post!

Jen

March 6, 2015