Great food spaces create great communities.
Founded in 2024 - The Etowah Collective exists to study, grow, and enhance the food and beverage industry in Memphis, Tennessee and beyond.
We promote culinary placemaking by fostering a market need for restaurants and food-related businesses that contribute to quality of life.
We provide professional growth and talent development initiatives for individuals in the food and beverage industry.
We offer support for startup food and beverage concepts, aiding in business development and innovation.
We host programming that builds a strong and inspired culture centered around great food and drink
Board of Directors
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Josh Conley
FOUNDER / PRESIDENT
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Cole Jeanes
FOUNDER / TREASURER
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Charlie Purpura
SECRETARY
Advisory Board
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Schuyler Obrien
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Sarah Cai
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Cam Smith
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Harrison Downing
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Arturo Leighton
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Kyle Taylor