Pivot, Passion, and Partnership: Building a Life and Business That Matters

What if the best business strategy wasn’t linear—but personal? In this inspiring episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Brian Burke, CEO and founder of Food First Travel, to explore the real journey behind building a purpose-driven life and business. From Division I athletics to edtech to culinary concierge, Brian shares how resilience, values, and partnership shaped every pivot in his career. Discover how Brian and his wife Angela built a luxury travel business rooted in food, tradition, and connection—and why shared experiences are a powerful tool for leaders seeking meaning beyond the grind. What You’ll Learn: • Why successful pivots are driven by values, not fear • How to build a business with your spouse without losing yourself • The importance of resilience and owning your network • Why trust, experience, and presence matter more than ever • The difference between giving trust and earning it in leadership Brian Burke’s story is proof that you don’t need a straight path to build a successful, fulfilling business—you need clarity, courage, and connection. Brian is a former edtech entrepreneur, school district executive, and now founder of Food First Travel—a private concierge travel firm curating high-touch culinary experiences for executives and leaders. Meet Brian and Angela: Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelatburke/ Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/burkeenterprises/ Food First Travel: https://foodfirsttravel.com/ Follow, subscribe, and leave a review to support empowered leadership and help others discover the show.