Episode 29 · 52 min
Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka
She Built a Sh40M Catering Empire. COVID Wiped It. She Built Again | Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka Ep 29
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🎙️ AfriCAN Do! Podcast | Episode 29: Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka – Building a Legacy in Food & Hospitality with Spez Catering Ltd 🍽️🔥
Welcome to Episode 29 of the AfriCAN Do! Podcast – where we celebrate African entrepreneurs rewriting the continent’s narrative through resilience, innovation, and bold action!
This week, we sit down with Esmeralda De Souza-Obwaka, the visionary Founding Director of Spez Catering Ltd – a premier corporate catering and events company known for its fusion cuisine, impeccable service, and unforgettable dining experiences. With over 17 years in entrepreneurial leadership, Esmeralda shares her authentic, inspiring, and tactical journey of building a brand that has served top-tier local and international companies across Kenya.
🔹 How did Spez Catering Ltd grow from a passion project to a trusted industry leader? 🔹 What challenges come with scaling a food business in Africa’s competitive market? 🔹 Why is customer-centric innovation key in hospitality? 🔹 Lessons on balancing operational excellence with creative flair
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, hospitality professional, or food enthusiast, this episode is packed with real talk, industry insights, and actionable wisdom on turning culinary passion into a thriving business.
🎧 Tune in now on YouTube and Spotify. Be sure to drop a comment– we’d love to hear your biggest takeaway!
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