Those interested in the fellowship are invited to review the eligibility requirements and apply now through March 31, 2023, with the third class of fellows being announced in April 2023. 'As my work in barbecue evolves, I am proud to continue working with Kingsford to provide a place to honor these individuals who are doing amazing work and to help them flourish and create generational businesses.' 'The roots of barbecue are based in community and culture, and are at the core of Preserve the Pit,' said Dr. The new class along with their mentors will come together at this year's Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis, Tennessee. He loves sharing his knowledge with others to help them along their business journey. and the newest mentor for Preserve the Pit. Rasheed Philips: chef, entrepreneur, owner of Philips Barbeque Co.He is a respected cookbook author with numerous New York Times best-sellers including Down Home with the Neelys. Pat Neely: owner of Neely's BBQ, which eventually grew to 5 locations, and was named the Best BBQ in Memphis.Amy Mills: owner of 17th Street Barbecue, Faye, and OnCue Consulting, the only barbecue business consultancy in the world, offering seminars and training in the culinary techniques behind great barbecue.Also, soon-to-be owner of Bryan Furman BBQ, which will be opening soon in Atlanta. Bryan Furman : award-winning pitmaster known for locally sourced, fresh Georgia-grown produce with a blend of unique ingredients.Rashad Jones : owner of Big Lee's BBQ food truck and the current reining 'Master of 'Cue.' He was inspired by his wife's uncle, Leon Archie - nicknamed 'Big Lee' - and his special blend of barbecue and hospitality at his wife's family home in Greenwood, Mississippi.Devita Davison : executive director of FoodLab, a nonprofit organization that fosters the creation of an equitable local food economy by providing food entrepreneurs with education, peer-to-peer mentoring, and access to market opportunities.His small takeout BBQ stand in Compton, California, now Bludso's BBQ, has since grown into an international empire, with locations in Hollywood and Melbourne, Australia. Kevin Bludso: chef, television personality, and author of one of New York Times Best Cookbooks of 2022.Howard Conyers : pitmaster and educator on the history of Southern barbecue who will help Kingsford revive stories of Black barbecue and inspire others to make an impact in the barbecue community. This year, six fellows will receive immersive training, capital investment and one-on-one mentorship with our mentor network composed of industry leaders and experts including: As a brand built on community and celebrating togetherness, we're honored to fuel these connections and support these entrepreneurs.' 'In today's ever-evolving business environment, making relationships and the sharing of knowledge via mentorship and industry connections is more important than ever.

'Kingsford is proud to welcome another class of entrepreneurs to the fellowship and celebrate the rich history of Black barbecue culture,' said Ram Gopalakrishnan, marketing director at Kingsford. Since its inception, nine fellows have received the mentorship and support needed to elevate their small businesses. Kingsford's Preserve the Pit which began in 2021, aims to bring awareness to the cultural history of Black barbecue and amplify the stories of entrepreneurs across the industry including farmers, pitmasters, packagers and more. continue readingīarbecue professionals are encouraged to apply now through Mafor Kingsford's Preserve the Pit Fellowship. Six aspiring barbecue professionals will be selected to experience mentorship and receive business support. The program reinforces the brand's commitment to the preservation of Black barbecue culture and fueling of its future. Kingsford, a leader in barbecue for more than 100 years, announced the opening of the application period for its third class of Preserve the Pit fellows. ( MENAFN- PR Newswire) Kingsford continues commitment to preserve and celebrate the Black barbecue community through mentorship program that pairs entrepreneurs with industry leaders

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