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Emily is a career hospitality professional with over 20 years' experience in beverage and front of house leadership roles. Emily worked in San Diego, San Francisco and Philadelphia before finding her home in Brooklyn, NY, where she pivoted her career to recruiting during the pandemic. Emily's passion for fostering relationships, service-oriented mindset, and entrepreneurial spirit help her establish lasting partnerships with her clients. Emily earned her bachelor's in social science with a minor in women's studies from the University of Rhode Island, and has completed certifications in entrepreneurship, employee relations and sales strategy. Emily is also a SHRM certified professional (SHRM-CP).

Ideal Restaurant Experience

My go-to place for both comfort and nostalgia is Clover Club in Brooklyn, NY. The atmosphere is dark yet welcoming. Clover Club has done a fabulous job of combining a prohibition-era vibe with modern comforts and service. They offer live music, a cozy back room with a fireplace, and a cocktail selection that is second to none. I have shared some of my best NYC memories with industry friends and colleagues at the bar. It is the type of place where "everyone knows your name!"

What does "creating workplaces where people thrive" mean to you?

Creating workplaces where people thrive means being transparent and candid with employees about their work and setting realistic goals for them to exceed! Constructive communication that allows them to develop professionally and puts them on a path for success. Cultivating a collaborative culture empowers employees to offer their insights—consistently challenging and recognizing their work, creating a balance that fosters achievement.

Clidney’s career in HR is what she likes to call a 'really good accident'. While pursuing her undergraduate degree in finance and accounting from CUNY Brooklyn, she worked as a benefits coordinator for a global advertising agency - a job she intended to be temporary. It turned out, however, that working in HR fulfilled not only her love of numbers, but also her passion for people. This experience led her to pursue the intersection of HR and business, driving her to complete her MBA and become an HR generalist. She currently brings her analytical skills, strategic business sense, and love of people to her clients at Empowered Hospitality.

Ideal Restaurant Experience

My ideal restaurant experience would have to be one where I feel happiness and comfort. Some of my favorite memories include family and food, so any establishment that has a family style vibe, serves flavorful food (I'm partial to Afro-Caribbean and Asian cuisines), plays great music, and has an attentive, knowledgeable and professional staff gets an A+ in my book. Extra points if I feel compelled to do a happy dance while I eat!

What does "creating workplaces where people thrive" mean to you?

To me, creating workspaces where people thrive means to foster an environment where people feel seen, heard, empowered and supported. There is a no greater feeling than working alongside people that you feel you can lean on and learn from, and for a company that is fully invested in your professional and personal development and growth.