He caters. He consults. He offers boutique cooking classes. And he joins the show this week. Shawn McManus, owner of Savory Creations. We talk about how Shawn’s love of family gatherings with food, prepared by his grandma and mother, sparked his culinary passion. Shawn’s dietary consulting brought him from California to Gundersen in La Crosse, where he made the connections to pursue the dream of owning a boutique cooking school. Listen to how his initial path has changed, how he got into consulting, and is now influencing menus throughout the Coulee Region.

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Sarah Fecht, owner of Best Self Leadership, joins to discuss her approach to leadership coaching, the importance of recognizing individual strengths, and the value of emotional intelligence in leadership. Sarah shares insights from her experience in Human Resources and her transition to launching her own business. We also cover strategies for creating high-performing teams and fostering trust within organizations..

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Katie Walters co-owner of Walt's Restaurant and Tavern in Bangor with her husband, Ryan join to talk about launching their new menu June 1 to compliment their expanded craft beer selection, wine selection, and cocktail offerings.

Walters also mentions the balance between traditional Wisconsin menu items and new, elevated dishes.

Shawn McManus, a consultant, helped in updating the menu to match their vision and target demographic.

We discuss how they wish to attract a diverse customer base and creating a unique dining experience. Additionally, there is a focus on the importance of the menu in making the restaurant a destination.

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