Erin Wade: The Mac and Cheese Empire

This podcast episode delves into Erin Wade's journey of establishing Homeroom, a mac and cheese restaurant, through passion and purpose. Wade shares her challenges in creating a thriving work environment, implementing open book management for transparency and employee empowerment, and fostering a culture of collective success. She emphasizes hiring for values, addressing harassment through the Color Code of Conduct, and reflects on her decision to sell Homeroom as a strategic move for personal growth. Ultimately, Wade underscores the necessity of managing for impact instead of intent, aiming for positive outcomes that benefit all stakeholders.