Meet the dedicated professionals leading our mission to transform mental health support in the hospitality industry. Our diverse team brings together expertise from culinary arts, mental health, business, and advocacy.
Executive Director
Award-winning chef Vincent Tropepe is a celebrated culinary personality, cookbook author, speaker, restaurant consultant, small business advocate and designer. Born and raised in the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn, New York, Vincent is a culinary school graduate of the Art Institute of New York and the New York Restaurant School.
Board of Director
Hospitality industry veteran dedicated to developing mental health programs and building supportive communities for hospitality professionals.
Board of Director
Community organizer with expertise in developing training programs and building industry partnerships.
Board of Director
Award-winning chef and culinary entrepreneur from Farmingdale, NY, bringing decades of hospitality industry experience and a deep commitment to mental wellness in the culinary world.
Our leadership team operates on principles of transparency, collaboration, and lived experience. We believe that effective change comes from understanding the real challenges faced by hospitality professionals.
Each leader brings unique expertise while sharing a common commitment to creating systemic change that prioritizes mental health alongside professional excellence.
Interested in partnering with us or learning more about our leadership approach? We welcome collaboration and are always open to connecting with like-minded organizations.