upcoming events
MAPP’s 5-year Anniversary Conference
March 30-31, 2025
In Partnership with Women’s Hospitality Initiative
Presented by Wynn Las Vegas
A monumental event joining industry leaders over panels, delicious food and drinks, and creating lifelong friendships & allies. All-inclusive Food, Drinks, Wine, Informative Panels, Mentorship, and Non-stop Fun in a luxury Las Vegas resort.
2024 roadMAPP Live Tour
MAPP continues hitting the road in 2024, bringing its inspiring programming of Chef Tastings, mentorship, panels, food & wine events and greater press to women in hospitality & culinary across the U.S. Join us for a seat at the table!
Be part of critical conversations on how to build sustainable growth while making life long friendships over incredible food and drinks from women in your community. Travel with Purpose and get your tickets now.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for MAPP. Please click here to book your flights. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM2NE (Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation800 number.)
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Mentorship Circle with Chef Kiki Aranita June 18, 2024
Join mentor Kiki Aranita for our June MAPP Virtual Mentorship Circle on June 18 at 1 pm EST. Kiki is a chef, entrepreneur, award-winning food writer, and fiber artist who is currently a senior editor with NY Magazine’s The Strategist. Kiki will be joining us to speak about how to tell your story effectively, utilizing narrative to support your business and diversify your revenue streams. Learn more about how to be successful in food writing from recipe development to personal narrative and how to approach this path as a chef or restaurateur. To join become a MAPP Member.
past events
Dallas: Wine, Dine, and A Fine Line
June 4, Dallas, Texas
VIP Wine & Dine, Chef Meet & Greet: 6-7pm CT
Palace Theater - Grapevine
300 South Main Street Grapevine, TX 76051
A Fine Line Film Screening, 7:15-8:30pm CT
Join us for an evening of exquisite dining, delightful wines, and captivating art at the Palace Theater in Grapevine. Indulge in a culinary experience like no other while sipping on a selection of fine wines. Join us for a culinary celebration of female excellence at the VIP Event Chef Wine, Dine & A Fine Line, where local chefs will dazzle with one-bite delights before engaging in a thought-provoking panel discussion.
Featured Chefs in the Film
Proceeds will benefit Independence Gardens and MAPP, aligning with the mission of promoting fresh food access and empowering women through mentorship and advocacy.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for MAPP. Please click here to book your flights. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM2NE (Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation800 number.)
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Miami Red Carpet Premiere of A Fine Line
April 2, Miami Beach, Florida
MAPP Event “Creating Culture of Self-Worth and Respect: Opens: 3:30pm ET
A Fine Line Film Screening, 7:30pm Et
Regal Cinema, Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach
MAPP is coming back to Miami this April to gather female leaders in culinary and hospitality over great food and drink while discussing how to create a culture where we feel safe and valued. This MAPP event is followed by the Miami premiere of award winning film A Fine Line, with filmmaker Joanna James and a panel of Celebrity Chefs.
Featured Chefs in the Film
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for MAPP. Please click here to book your flights. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM2NE (Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation800 number.)
If you are a small business owner, sign up to earn miles for your company with SkyMiles for Business
International Women’s Day Dinner
March 4th, Hav & Mar, 6:30pm
To celebrate International Women's Day, MAPP is hosting an exquisite 3-course dinner on March 4th at Hav & Mar, led by Executive Chef Fariyal Abdullahi and visiting Chef Lana Lagomarsini intertwining Ethiopian cuisine, culture, and wine pairings by Napa female winemakers. Experience a vibrant seafood house from Chef Marcus Samuelsson, a New York Times two-star restaurant in Chelsea on 11th Avenue.
A limited seating of distinguished guests will gather to share a meal and our voices on advancing a more inclusive leadership within the culinary and hospitality industry. Proceeds from this dinner benefit the MAPP Education/Scholarship Fund for emerging talent.
Mentorship Circle with Jodi Battaglia of Curate Hospitality- January 16, 2024
MAPP is inviting a select group of Changemaker Members to gather for a virtual mentorship circle focused on Licensing and branding particularly within airports this February, 2024. To secure the 2 exclusive virtual seats to this mentorship circle, become a MAPP Changemaker Member.
Mentorship Circle with Auria’s Malaysian Kitchen - December 5, 2023
MAPP is inviting a select group of Changemaker Members to gather for a virtual mentorship circle focused on how to launch a product line from concept to fulfillment and marketing with Auria of Auria’s Malaysian Kitchen in December 2023. To secure the 2 exclusive virtual seats to this mentorship circle, become a MAPP Changemaker Member.
2023 SHFM Foundation Gala - SOLD OUT
MAPP is SHFM’s 2023 Charitable Partner! Join us for the 2023 SHFM Foundation Gala, celebrating the Global Taste of Asia with Modern Asian American Women Chefs. The event will raise funds to support the important programs of the Foundation. It will be an evening filled with conversation and culinary delights with your SHFM community.
This is the essence of the SHFM Foundation, where long-time and new friends alike share great food, while raising money and awareness for those who need it the most.
2023 roadMAPP 10-City Live Tour
MAPP hit the road bringing its inspiring programming of Chef Tastings, mentorship, panels, food & wine events and greater press to women in hospitality & culinary across the U.S. throughout 2023
We visited 10-cities to invite more women to be part of critical conversations on how to build sustainable growth while making lifelong friendships over incredible food and drinks from women in your community. Travel with Purpose and get your tickets for 2024.
Half-day Conference | MAPP Impact & I'll Have What She's Having Join Forces in Houston
On November 6, 2023, the thriving city of Houston, Texas became the epicenter of inspiration as MAPP Impact, in partnership with I'll Have What She's Having (IHWSH), concluded the 2023 roadMAPP 10-city Live Tour. Together, they presented a half-day conference for women in food and hospitality that delved into crucial aspects of health and conquering the fear of failure, a dream killer more potent than failure itself. One of the key takeaways from the event was the profound importance of women supporting women and, specifically, women-led organizations collaborating to serve and uplift all women in the food and beverage and hospitality industry.
roadMAPP Philadelphia | with Sisterly Love Collective
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
Philadelphia, PA on October 22, 2023 - On the 7th stop of the roadMAPP tour, MAPP Impact joined forces with Sisterly Love Collective to create a vibrant and empowering afternoon at the iconic Philadelphia Free Library. The event was a testament to community building and professional networking, bringing together industry leaders, inspired minds, and culinary enthusiasts from near and far.
A Fine Line | 5th Year Anniversary Screening at The Culinary Institute of America at Copia
Napa, CA on October 20, 2023 - The culinary world gathered at the Culinary Institute of America at Copia to celebrate a momentous occasion - the 5th anniversary of the premiere of "A Fine Line," the award-winning documentary that ignited a nationwide call for gender equality in the restaurant industry. The film's creator, Joanna James, who is also the founder of MAPP Impact, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to empowering women in food and hospitality, her mother and one of the film’s stars Val James, and Celebrity Chefs Tanya Holland and Christine Ha, were at the heart of this inspiring event.
roadMAPP Napa, CA | Mentorship Luncheon at Markham Vineyards
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
On October 19, 2023 - A gathering of remarkable women from the culinary and hospitality world came together yesterday for a private, invite-only mentorship luncheon and an exquisite food and wine pairing experience, hosted at the illustrious Markham Vineyards. The event, led in partnership with Winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls, was a celebration of talent and connection, with each attendee adding their unique flavor to the mix.
roadMAPP Nashville, TN | A Culinary Extravaganza and A Fine Line Premiere
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
On October 10, MAPP Impact brought its inspiring roadMAPP 10-city LIVE tour to Music City, hosted at the heartwarming sanctuary of survivors, The Cafe & Shops at Thistle Farms. This incredible event shone a spotlight on the extraordinary women of Nashville's culinary and hospitality scene, revealing their untold stories and immense contributions to their communities.
roadMAPP Washington, D.C. | A Seat at the Table: From Kitchen to Congress
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
On September 27, 2023 MAPP held a powerful gathering of legislators, industry leaders, chefs and women-owned small businesses for a momentous stop on the roadMAPP 10-City LIVE Tour on Capitol Hill. Advocacy took center stage as representatives of the MAPP community came together to champion key issues empowering women and families while supporting small businesses, including: access to affordable childcare, paid family & medical leave and a dignified wage.
roadMAPP San Diego with Chef’s Roll
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
From September 17-19, culinary aficionados from around the world gathered at the Town & Country Resort and Hotel for the highly anticipated Chef's Roll Anti-Convention. Among the event's many highlights was a thought-provoking panel, presented by MAPP Impact, that delved into the intricate balance of work and life in the culinary world.
roadMAPP Baltimore with Just Call Me Chef
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
The #roadMAPP 10-city LIVE Tour's journey is an invitation for all to be part of this revolutionary movement, breaking barriers and fostering change in the culinary world and beyond. August 13-14, 2023, marked a moment when action and aspiration merged, leaving an indelible mark on the industry's future. Claim your seat at the table and be part of this empowering journey.
roadMAPP Tulsa with Chef Shannon Smith
(part of MAPP’s 2023 10-City LIVE tour)
This culinary event served a dual purpose. It supported MAPP's mission while showcasing Chef Shannon's commitment. Funds raised bolstered MAPP's efforts to promote women's leadership, echoing the dinner's message of unity and empowerment.
$150,000+ roadMAPP Seed-Funding
Plus a 1-year long mentorship with renowned industry leader & travel expenses covered to MAPP’s Live Pitch Session Event
Three roadMAPP participants had the opportunity to compete in a Live Pitch Session in front of our roadMAPP board of top chefs, mentors & industry experts for the chance to win major seed funding? All three finalists were awarded mentorship & travel expenses covered to attend the live pitch session event.
Congratulations to our 2023 winners: Kwini Reed of Poppy & Seed and Poppy & Rose in California, Amy Wilson of Milk Jawn in Pennsylvania, and Tanya, Paula, and Rose of Rose Ave Bakery in Washington, D.C!
Sept ‘22 - May ‘23: The roadMAPP™ Webinar Series
Go from 1 Restaurant/Food Concept to an Empire... roadMAPP™ will help you get there
Are you great at what you do? Do you love owning your restaurant, food truck, catering company, bakery/café or bar and want to create your next concept? Do you get excited dreaming of your next venture in hospitality and food & beverage? Does working with your staff and customers make you happy and inspire you to figure out how to do more of that?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above you are ready to take the next steps to grow and scale your business. The roadMAPP™ Webinar Series will help you do just that! Let MAPP alongside incredible industry leaders and experts empower you towards your next business phase and greater:
Financial Independence
Creative Endeavors
Smoother Operations
Greater Profitability
More Community Involvement
Bigger, Better Team so you can do more Big Picture Planning
May 1, 2023: MAPP Conference in South Florida
Connection, Community and Creating
Define YOUR roadMAPP™ for Sustainable Growth Steeped in Health and Well-being
These three days are all about YOU taking the time to create YOUR own roadMAPP™ for sustainable growth. This is a gathering for us as women to define our professional and personal growth, on our own terms, steeped in health and wellbeing. Create a roadMAPP™ to unleash your full potential in a way that feels energizing and replenishing … all while eating, drinking and dancing on the beach.
Take this time to recharge on Miami with delicious food, wine and spirits among like-minded hospitality professionals and star studded chefs to learn, evolve and get inspired. Come make lifelong friendships, generate ah-ha ideas, learn from hands-on workshops and develop partnerships for business growth and financial independence.
Don’t delay —last year was sold-out — sign up now!
April 24-26: The Restaurant Reset Conference
The ONLY conference for and about women chefs and restaurateurs. A fun and inspiring food, wine & spirits extravaganza on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, for women and professionals in culinary and hospitality to build and nurture relationships while learning how to continue to advance in their careers. Designed for restaurant groups, single locations, head chefs or emerging talent to participate in urgent discussions on how to rebuild the industry to create a more sustainable, equitable & prosperous business model. A conference where powerful alliances are forged, new ideas generated for you and your business to thrive.