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AARON GAILMOR MID-CITY FOUNDER · CHIEF EATS OFFICER Brass Roots

Describe what you love about what you do. At the end of the day, I get to make people happier. Our mission is to help people live healthier and happier lives because happiness is directly linked to health and wellness. What about New Orleans inspires you? New Orleans' pride is incredible. The authenticity of the people, the idiosyncrasies, the traditions, and the optimism makes you fall in love with the city. People smile more here than the rest of the country. They look out for one another. That doesn't happen in other cities. There is a certain type of person who lives here, a person who With all of the amazing qualities of New Orleans, we still have a lot of work to do in terms of childhood health, wellness and safety. I think we can impact that directly through our products and more importantly through our activism. With the idea that a rising tide lifts all ships, I hope to create jobs and be a force for positive change within our growing food and beverage industry. wants to pay it forward. Describe your vision for our future.

Favorite restaurant N7 Favorite bar Bayou Beer and Wine Garden Favorite walk City Park Sculpture Garden What book are you reading now? The Expectant Father by Armin A Brott Favorite album of all time Led Zeppelin IV Song that can always put you in a great mood Wonderful World by Sam Cooke Favorite movie of all time The Departed

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