<p><a href="https://christybelz.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Christy Belz</strong></a> welcomes <strong>Mary Nguyen,</strong> a renowned Denver restaurateur and founder of <a href="https://www.oliveandfinch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Olive and Finch</strong></a>, to discuss her extraordinary journey from a finance career to the culinary world. Mary shares her family's refugee story, breaking cultural barriers as a female sushi chef, and redefining hospitality. She opens up about personal struggles, including a challenging twin pregnancy and her daughter's cancer battle, illustrating resilience and success through life's trials.</p><p>Listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/second-chances-with-christy-belz/id1708890614" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Apple Podcasts</strong></a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6eYE6yH8wMFz2nWSwGQj5g?si=9cblWVU_TceEaL5-gxyiXQ" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Spotify</strong></a>, <a href="https://q4k0kx5j.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me/L0/https:%2F%2Fmusic.amazon.com%2Fpodcasts%2Fea569de0-9686-4674-9632-dc42aa745ad6/1/010001961e085703-d20bfc89-724e-4681-a67c-ddd2c99abaef-000000/XGfuHPvVDUzrn7BwERcDxILpbYw=421" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>Amazon Music</strong></a><strong>, </strong><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-second-chances-with-christ-272162560/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>iHeartRadio,</strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@christybelz/shorts" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>YouTube</strong></a> or wherever you get podcasts!</p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Mary Nguyen's relocation from finance to hospitality was driven by her desire to follow her passion and create meaningful experiences for others.</li><li>The values-driven business model at Olive and Finch focuses on employee wellbeing and community involvement, distinguishing it in the restaurant industry.</li><li>Mary's personal experiences with family and entrepreneurship have deeply influenced her approach to running a supportive and inclusive business that challenges conventional success norms.</li><li>Her journey reveals the transformative power of second chances and resilience amidst life's unpredictable challenges, including her own health issues and her children's health crises.</li><li>The podcast underscores the importance of connection, community, and courage in the face of adversity when one's path takes unexpected turns, emphasizing Mary's life as a testament to these principles.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Connect with Christy Belz:</strong></p><p><strong>Website:</strong> <a href="https://christybelz.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>https://christybelz.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>LinkedIn: </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybelz/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybelz/</strong></a></p><p><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/christybelzcoach/</strong></a></p><p><strong>Facebook: </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBelzCoach/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBelzCoach/</strong></a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>