Beyond the Bar: Life of a Hospitality Showgirl to Finding Wellness & Calm in the Chaos With Guest Lo Tippets, Co-Founder of Beyond the Bar, Operations Manager, and Wellness Advocate in Hospitality
In this episode of Hospitality Bites, host Colleen Silk speaks with Lo Tibbets about her journey in the hospitality industry, the importance of prioritizing wellness, and the impact of community support.
Lo shares how she is carrying forward her late business partner, Ryan Ennis, mission through Beyond the Bar—a program that helps hospitality professionals focus on physical wellness and self-care before and after their shifts.
The conversation explores resilience, leadership, and the power of kindness and personal growth in creating a stronger, more sustainable hospitality culture.
What We Discussed:
- Lo's journey and personal growth in the restaurant industry
- How the pandemic reshaped priorities in hospitality
- The vision and purpose behind Beyond the Bar
- Finding balance between personal and professional life
- Why acts of kindness and community matter more than ever
- Shifting leadership toward empathy and wellness
- How the local beach community in Delaware is honoring Ryan
Key Takeaways:
- Community is the heartbeat of the hospitality industry.
- Wellness before and after shifts is critical to avoid burnout.
- Investing in yourself fuels both personal and professional growth.
- Prioritizing physical wellness before and after shifts helps hospitality professionals sustain energy and avoid burnout.
- True leadership comes from empathy and understanding.
- Shifting mindset from negativity to positivity enhances both work and life.
Chapters
00:00Introduction to Hospitality and Personal Journeys
01:28 The Evolution of Passion in Hospitality
04:48 Navigating Challenges in the Industry
06:42 The Impact of Ryan Ennis and Beyond the Bar
10:15 Transforming Wellness in the Hospitality Industry
14:17 Honoring Ryan's Legacy and Future Aspirations
17:06 Finding Balance: Personal Growth and Wellness
22:11 Finding Calm in Chaos
25:39 The August Struggle
28:16 Networking in the Restaurant Industry
31:09 Customer Experience and Kindness
37:30 Honoring Ryan's Legacy
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Learn More about Beyond The Bar
🌐 Website: btbunited.net
📸 Instagram: @btbunited
About Hospitality Bites:
Hosted by Colleen Silk, Hospitality Bites is an honest and restorative space for voices within the hospitality industry. More than just a podcast, it serves as a storytelling platform for changemakers, risk-takers, and hospitality professionals who are approaching their work in innovative ways. Each episode features guests ranging from chefs to advocates and media personalities, focusing on mental and physical health, personal experiences, and the realities of thriving in the hospitality industry and beyond.
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