Episode 75
24:53
March 27, 2023
Celebrating Women’s History Month with Denny’s CEO Kelli Valade
Host:
Guest Speakers:
- Karly McBride
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This week, Karly speaks with Kelli Valade, CEO of Denny’s Corporation, about fostering an inclusive and service-minded company culture. In this conversation, learn about Denny’s industry-leading DE&I programming and how Kelli is bringing lessons from the difficult years of the pandemic into 2023.
(01:21) – Introducing Kelli Valade
(06:00) – Working with the Association and Educational Foundation
(08:29) – Mentorship
(10:51) – Programs at Denny’s Corporation
(14:19) – Wellness and mental health
(15:52) – Prioritizing DE&I
(16:45) – Learning moments along the way
(18:52) – Denny’s and Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in 2023
For more information, visit Denny’s webpage.
Visit the National Restaurant Association’s Women’s History Month 2023 to learn more.
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Podcast episode production by Dante32.
(01:21) – Introducing Kelli Valade
(06:00) – Working with the Association and Educational Foundation
(08:29) – Mentorship
(10:51) – Programs at Denny’s Corporation
(14:19) – Wellness and mental health
(15:52) – Prioritizing DE&I
(16:45) – Learning moments along the way
(18:52) – Denny’s and Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in 2023
For more information, visit Denny’s webpage.
Visit the National Restaurant Association’s Women’s History Month 2023 to learn more.
If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to Order Up in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts. It really helps others find the show.
Podcast episode production by Dante32.
The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speaker and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the National Restaurant Association (Association) and its affiliates. The Association does not warrant or guarantee the accuracy or suitability of any information offered. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consider the applicability and suitability of the information provided for their own individual circumstances.
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