Building a Community-Focused Business with Luca Paris

Today's podcast features Luca Paris, the dynamic force behind the Greater Monadnock Collaborative in New Hampshire.

Luca, once a celebrated restaurateur and chef, has redirected his passion for creating community connection into this collaborative initiative. Since stepping into his role as president and CEO, he has been a driving force in promoting the Monadnock region as a hub for culture, industry, and a new generation of entrepreneurs.

You'll hear Luca reflect on his dramatic pivot during COVID-19, where he took a refuse-to-lose approach that galvanized the local business community. By focusing on hospitality over service, Luca and his team managed to not only survive but thrive, adapting their business model almost daily to keep ahead of unprecedented challenges. Luca shares powerful insights into leadership during crisis, the importance of clarity in purpose, and the secret to building a team that embodies the spirit of hospitality to create lasting memories for clients.

Join us for this insightful dialogue with one of New Hampshire's most influential leaders as we dive into how staying true to a mission of caring for people can revolutionize any business model. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBY5dK_aP9M&t=31s - Documentary 

https://www.inc.com/cameron-albert-deitch/keene-new-hampshire-small-business-collaboration-economic-recovery.html - Inc. article