I transformed my grandmother's recipes into a million-dollar catering business serving clients from Sergey Brin to Steph Curry.

Catering Success: BlackBerry Soul Fine Catering, founded by Chef Rene Johnson, has catered events for notable clients including Google staff, Kamala Harris, and the Golden State Warriors, establishing a strong presence in the Bay Area catering scene.

Personal Journey: Chef Johnson's culinary passion was inspired by her grandmother's cooking, leading her to transition from a career in the mortgage industry to building a successful catering business, emphasizing the importance of connection over just cooking.

Business Growth: Through her experiences, Johnson learned the significance of scaling a business and building a team, which contributed to the rapid growth of her catering service, allowing her to serve thousands of clients, including high-profile events.

Mentorship and Community: Johnson created Link and Thrive, a mentorship program aimed at helping aspiring entrepreneurs learn how to build their own businesses, focusing on the importance of community and customer experience in achieving success.