Q: “What practical steps would you like to see the restaurant industry take from here on out?”⠀
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A: “Inclusive hiring habits are No. 1. Why aren’t we having job fairs in more diverse communities and getting Black people into the beer world or the coffee world or the food world? It’s our job to get people excited about our industry. We can’t be victims and say, “All the résumés I get are from people who are white.” No, let’s go out and seek those résumés.” - Rob Archie, Co-Owner of Urban Roots ⠀
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Thanks to Curtis Yee and SacTown Magazine for taking the time to speak with Rob about the We Stand With You initiative, the problem with color-blind hiring and the importance of listening. You can read the full Q&A on page 31 in the latest issue which is on the shelves now. ⠀