296: Carrying Intentionality into 2025_ Food Safety_ Inclusivity_ and Hard Conversations

Unity at the table is more than gathering people; it’s about creating spaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Reflecting on my December commitment to make every table safe and welcoming, I recognize that intentionality isn’t just an ideal—it’s a responsibility and it requires action. 

In this solo episode of Eating at a Meeting, Tracy discusses how we can take the lessons of 2024—like the importance of thoughtful inclusion and the courage to address tough conversations—and bring them to life in 2025. Stories like Dominique Brown’s tragic passing due to a food allergy highlight the urgency of this work. From proactive food safety protocols to designing truly inclusive dining experiences, every choice we make as event planners and hospitality professionals has the potential to save lives and foster unity.

Let’s talk about what it takes to create spaces where no one is unintentionally excluded, how to address the hard conversations that inclusion often demands, and why every detail matters when it comes to food safety and unity at the table. 

Together, we can ensure that 2025 is a year where our intentions shape real, meaningful change.