One of the things I always come back to is that there isn’t one defining moment that creates success. It’s the accumulation of experiences, the long hours, the risks, the failures, and the small wins along the way.

Smithfield is truly best-in-class when it comes to breakfast meats, and to be recognized by a brand of that caliber, especially given the depth of breakfast talent across the South, meant more than I can easily put into words. It felt like an acknowledgment not just of Johnny D’s, but of the years of work, consistency, creativity, and care that built it.

I’m so excited to share some big news — I was recently featured in American Trails Magazine!