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Keith F. Bristol shared thisKeith F. Bristol shared thisOMG!! I’m just seeing this put together for the first time!!! YOU GUYS AT Foodable ARE AMAZING!! 👏 👏👏👏👏👏 THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS INCREDIBLY WELL DONE VIDEO!!! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏 Foodable Network Batch, The Cookie Company
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Keith F. Bristol shared thisKeith F. Bristol shared thisI recently left my family over at Urban Plates to make which was once a Dream, a reality. I have quite a bit in the works but for now I would like to say a couple things....I appreciate all my family, peers, workmates, and LinkedIn connections for motivating me to get to this point. Remember to always DREAM BIG, WORK HARD & STAY HUMBLE. Dreambigjobs.com coming soon
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Keith F. Bristol shared thisKeith F. Bristol shared thisYou attract what you are. It's really that simple.
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Keith F. Bristol shared thisKeith F. Bristol shared thisHis family was poor and often couldn't pay their bills. Now he's one of raps biggest moguls! (Via Cheddar Inc.)
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Keith F. Bristol shared thisKeith F. Bristol shared thisPersistence, perseverance, self-belief. Whether it is sports, blogging, computer programming, leadership, etc- does not matter. Success takes lots of mistakes and false starts. It does not matter how long you tried, as long as you keep going, you will amaze yourself with your results.
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Keith F. Bristol liked thisProud of the impact our 2025–26 Augusta National Culinary Interns have made over the past year. Through their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence, they have contributed to Club Operations, the Masters Tournament, and numerous hospitality experiences while gaining valuable hands-on industry experience. Thank you for all you have done to support our team. We are excited to see what the future holds for each of you and look forward to following your continued success in the hospitality and culinary profession.Keith F. Bristol liked thisThank you to the 2025-26 Augusta National Intern Class, who have been supporting departments across our organization and gaining hands-on experience for the past 10 months. Collectively, they represent countless contributions to the Club, the Masters Tournament and our amateur and junior golf initiatives. We appreciate their dedication and commitment to excellence throughout the season and look forward to watching them succeed in their next chapter. To learn more about the Augusta National Internship Program, visit masters.com/internships. Applications for the 2027-28 season will open this fall.
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Keith F. Bristol liked thisKeith F. Bristol liked thisToday, I have the honor of being invited by Martha (Server), who—after winning a dining credit at the restaurant—surprised the rest of the team with burgers for everyone: a clear example of appreciation. What an excellent way to innovate the experience for the ladies and gentlemen of the department at the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove. First Class Martha⭐️!
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Keith F. Bristol liked thisKeith F. Bristol liked this✨ Discover CALA 2026 at the W Punta Cana where we spent the most magical few days we could have asked for. 🌴 From back-to-back 1:1 appointments to culinary experiences that truly left us speechless, every moment has been a reminder of why we are so passionate about what we do. The networking, the laughter, the genuine connections…this is CALA at its finest. 🥂 As one of your hosts this week, my heart is so full. None of this happens without YOU, the incredible travel advisors who showed up, engaged, and brought your energy to every single moment. Thank you for trusting us with your time and for the conversations that will no doubt turn into unforgettable experiences for your clients. 🤝 This is what luxury travel is all about, the people behind it. So grateful for every one of you. 🤍 Can’t wait for 2027! Martin Castaño, Meire Ramos, Rebecca McArthur, Peter Francis, Aundrea Taylor-Caldwell, Marissa Duffy, Allison G., Barbara Anderson, Jessica Mckenzie, Tamara Richard, Michelle Burn, Michelle McCuen #DiscoverCALA #SomosCALA
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Keith F. Bristol liked thisKeith F. Bristol liked thisThe greatest pride and joy a leader can experience is seeing their team succeed, grow, and be recognized, not only within our family but also by the wider community. This week, we had the honor of celebrating excellence at the prestigious 29th Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association Inn Key Awards, often called the Oscars of Hospitality in our region. Congratulations to all the nominees from our sister properties who consistently create excellence, delivering meaningful journeys and unforgettable moments for our internal and external guests, members, and residents. Your dedication to going above and beyond is what defines true hospitality. A very special recognition goes to my superheroes: ✨ Richard Cordero – Winner of Best Banquets Employee with Outstanding Service Award ✨ Olivier Gilmartin – Winner of Best Recreation Employee with Outstanding Service Award Keep pushing forward, keep shining bright, your achievements inspire us all. Many thanks to Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association, Curtis Crider and Amir Blattner for recognizing and celebrating excellence! Bianca Maldonado Ronald Duran Mike Hulbert Annie Borges Ericka Cobos Chantal Birbaum
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