How Jamie Harrison nurtures talent, leadership at Taco Bell

How Jamie Harrison nurtures talent, leadership at Taco Bell | Chef Derry' s F+W festival empowers Dallas culinary talent | 5 key strategies for scaling women-owned businesses Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( September 18, 2024 [WFF Leadership SmartBrief]( Advancing and Empowering Women Leaders [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE]( ADVERTISEMENT Women and Innovation in the Workforce [] [How Jamie Harrison nurtures talent, leadership at Taco Bell]( Jamie Harrison, Taco Bell’s new vice president of human resources, is dedicated to enhancing the employee experience for over 260,000 team members. Harrison, who started her career 30 years ago as a front-line employee, focuses on unlocking opportunities through initiatives like the internal incubator and Bell Bravo recognition program, which are designed to foster creativity and innovation and make employees feel valued and connected. Harrison also emphasizes leadership development and educational opportunities, reinforcing Taco Bell’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting from within. Full Story: [QSR]( (9/17) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [Chef Derry' s F+W festival empowers Dallas culinary talent]( Chef Tiffany Derry’s Shef F+W Festival, scheduled to take place during November in Dallas, aims to spotlight culinary excellence with a mission to support underserved communities. The event will not only showcase top chefs but also fundraise money for Recipe, a platform designed to empower the next generation of hospitality professionals through mentorships and scholarships. Full Story: [Essence]( (9/11) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [] [5 key strategies for scaling women-owned businesses]( Women looking for business success and growth can follow five insights shared by Madison Zhao, founder of Madison Profit Academy. Zhao recommends focusing on a specific niche, maintaining a long-term vision, creating unique value propositions, hiring skilled talent and ensuring strategic alignment among all employees. Female entrepreneurs often face funding challenges, and Zhao offers advice on projecting confidence and showcasing past successes to attract investors. Full Story: [Forbes (tiered subscription model)]( (9/16) [LinkedIn]( [X]( [Facebook]( [Email]( [Chef Jesus "Chuy" Cervantes demos spinach tetela, corn tamales]( Join the Culinary Institute of America for its second installation of the virtual Latin American Cuisine Summit! Gain in-depth knowledge of signature dishes, explore traditional techniques and discover the culinary influences that continue to shape the industry. Watch chef Cervantes demo spinach tetela and corn tamales. 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