Together We Win

On this episode of  Together We Win , hosts Steve Clark and Kerry Miller sit down with Eli Feldman, Boston-based restaurateur, founder of Shy Bird, and co-founder of Colette, an AI technology company built for the restaurant industry. With more than 20 years of hospitality experience, Eli brings a unique perspective on the intersection of restaurants, technology, and entrepreneurship. From the cha...

Join MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller for the latest episode of the MRA’s  Together We Win  podcast, featuring longtime restaurateur Sean Olson of Salt + Stone in Somerville. Sean talks about the fire that caused major damage to the restaurant earlier this year, the months spent closed, and the process of getting the business back up and running. He shares what the experience was like...

This month on  Together We Win , President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller are joined by entrepreneur and chef  Tambo Barrow , founder of BRED in Lower Mills and the visionary behind the newly reimagined  BRED Bar  in Kendall Square. What started as a neighborhood burger spot has grown into a celebrated brand known for its bold Caribbean and Cajun-inspired flavors, community focus, and entrepreneu...

In this episode of  Together We Win , MRA President Steve Clark and Vice President Kerry Miller sit down with Paul Barker to celebrate 15 years of Pauli's. Paul shares the story behind the business's evolution, reflecting on the challenges, opportunities, and pivotal moments that have shaped its success over the past decade and a half. From adapting to changing market conditions to buildin...

In the May episode of Together We Win , MRA PresidentSteve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with Jack Bardy of Wildlife Hospitality Group to talk about what it takes to keep a nearly 20-year institution like The Beehive relevant in Boston’s ever-evolving dining and nightlife scene. From the staying power of The Beehive to the energy behind the group’s newer concepts like Cósmica and Spy Bar, the...

This April episode of Together We Win features President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller in conversation with Gardy Desrouleaux, Owner & Managing Partner of Craft Food Halls, diving into a fresh perspective on growth in today’s hospitality landscape. From rethinking partner vs. site selection to building community-driven concepts, Gardy shares how his experience scaling Craft Food Halls to 13...

In the March episode of Together We Win , MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller welcome Aidan McGee, chef and restaurateur behind Iconic Irish hot spots The Dubliner, McGonagle’s Pub and more. Aidan shares how he is bringing authenticity and pride back to Irish cuisine in Boston, challenging long-held perceptions of what Irish food means to American diners. From honoring traditional fare t...

In this episode of Together We Win , President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with Mohamad El Zein, owner of Moona, an Eastern Mediterranean mezza restaurant in Cambridge. Mohamad shares how Moona has grown into a beloved neighborhood destination and why community remains at the center of his vision as he expands with a newCentral Square location opening next month. This powerful convers...

On this episode of  Together We Win , your hosts, President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller, sit down with Chef Eric Leblanc, MRA 2025 Chef of the Year and Culinary Director of Burtons Grill & Bar and Red Heat Tavern. From his early days in the kitchen to leading major restaurant operations, Eric’s career is a masterclass in what a passion for the culinary world can achieve. He shares some of...

This month on  Together We Win , MRA President Steve Clark and Vice President Kerry Miller welcome Jack Maloney, founder of  Team Dinner , a podcast and YouTube channel covering all things food and sports in Massachusetts. Last year, Jack set out to create a platform that brings people together over shared meals and meaningful stories. He shares the inspiration behind his community-driven dining i...

In this month's episode of Together We Win , MRA's President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with Kathi Turner, CEO of Turner's Seafood Grill & Market and the newest Chair of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association Board. Together, they discuss the evolution of the hospitality industry and the enduring importance of customer connection in an increasingly digital world. Fr...

In this episode, MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with industry experts Brian Connors - renowned professor and consultant—and Patrick Renna, CFO of Proof of the Pudding , to introduce the new MRA Restaurant Leadership Institute launching this fall. Designed to give independents access to the same leadership development resources as multi-unit and chain operations, the Institu...

On this episode of Together We Win , MRA PresidentSteve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with former restaurant owner andseasoned industry advisor Paul Turano for a deep dive into what it really takesto build a successful restaurant—and keep it thriving. Drawing from his ownexperience and the many operators he now supports, Paul shares smart strategiesfor navigating challenges, leading teams, an...

In this episode of Together We Win , MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller sit down with Jeff Bean , President of TriMark United East , and Steve Borelli of Sprague Energy , both exhibitors at the upcoming New England Restaurant & Bar Show on March 30th and 31st . They’ll discuss what attendees can expect at this year’s event, the latest industry trends, and why this show is a must-att...

In this episode of Together We Win , MRA President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller chat with Chris Coombs, a former fine dining chef in Boston who made the leap from the kitchen to the court—founding Bosse Pickledom – A Premiere Pickleball Experience . Hear how his shift from fine dining to the world of pickleball changed his outlook on food, business, community, and life.

Join Together We Win hosts Steve Clark, President of the MRA, and Kerry Miller, Vice President, as they explore the fascinating world of alcohol in the hospitality industry. This month, they’re joined by two esteemed guests: Rhonda Kallman, founder of Boston Harbor Distillery, who shares the art and science of crafting spirits, and Ryan Dion of 110 Grill, RA Ventures and more who provides insights...

On this episode of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association's Together We Win podcast, President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller are joined by two expert leadership consultants to talk about what it takes to successfully lead in the restaurant industry. David Hyatt and Christopher Muller provide insight for managers, owners, operators, and anyone else who is looking to better communicate and run t...

Listen in as President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association chat with two industry vets about the ever-changing MA restaurant and bar scene. Special guests Seana Gaherin from Dunn-Gaherin’s in Newton and Gretchen Shelgren from Mamma Mia’s in Plymouth share their thoughts on eliminating the tipped minimum wage and why you should vote ‘no’ on Massachusetts ball...

In the August episode of the MRA 'Together We Win' podcast, President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller welcome two industry powerhouses: Lisa Flores, Director of Sales and Marketing at Columbus Hospitality Group, and Kelly Fay, Director of Events at Eastern Standard. As co-founders of the Society of Event Planners, these accomplished women bring a wealth of knowledge to the table, discussin...

What’s better than summer in Massachusetts? Pizza and beer during the summer in Massachusetts! Join Steve and Kerry as they sit down with brewery legends Adam Romanow of Castle Island Brewing Company and David Lombardo of Lombardo’s Hospitality Group & Bardo’s Bar Pizza. Together, they dive into the world of beer and bar pizza, sharing the origins of their businesses, the unique qualities of &...

In the June episode of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association Podcast, "Together We Win," hosts President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller are joined by two distinguished guests: Janelle Driscoll, Publisher for Boston Common Magazine and Moira McCarthy, Winter Outdoor Sports Editor and Travel Editor of the Boston Herald. Together, they delve into the burgeoning trend of experiential din...

How important is art in the design process of a restaurant? How important are the images you use in marketing your restaurant? Hear from one of Boston’s most celebrated artists and muralists and Boston’s premier restaurant photographer as they chat about all things art in the restaurant scene.

Expanding your restaurant to new locations involves research of new markets, great real estate partners, and planning. Talk to both a restauranter that has expanded with several brands and a real estate partner that houses numerous restaurant concepts.

Passing down a family business brings with it responsibilities, changes, and new demographics. Hear from those who have been through it and are changing the faces of their family businesses.

Let’s talk brand expansion and elevated bar programs on this episode of Together We Win. Mix up your favorite cocktail and join Steve & Kerry as they sip alongside Chef Eric LeBlanc, Culinary Director for Burtons Grill & Bar as he talks about the brand’s upcoming 20th location opening, and Emily Harding, Beverage Director for Legendary Restaurant Group about exciting bar program happenings...