Join host Marlon Gordon and guests Shaun Sawko and Melissa DeAngelo from Fairfax, along with Harry Catalano from Amtab, for an insightful chat about the importance of school environments and leadership.===========================Connect with us! ===========================Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtgen_network/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextuptalkshow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtgenmarlon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NxtGenNetwork365 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nxtgen-network/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NxtGen_Network TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nxtgen.network Media Kit: https://nxtgennetwork.serveddigizine.com/view/781809128/ Served Digizine June 2024 Issue:https://nxtgennetwork.serveddigizine.com/view/707423597/===========================Connect with our Guests!===========================Melissa's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmdeangelo/Harry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrison-harry-catalano-5569a9114/Shaun's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaun-sawko-ms-rdn-12696915b/===========================================Subscribe and Listen to the Next Up Podcast HERE:📱 ===========================================➡︎ YT: https://www.youtube.com/@nxtgennetwork/podcasts➡︎ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/next-up-podcast/id1598968019➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ex3Oj7aodeUe48EJGy9Dz⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 - 01:13: Introduction and Setting the Tone02:00 - 02:45: Exploring Functional Dining Design03:25 - 04:17: Modernizing Dining Spaces06:30 - 07:15: Balancing Aesthetics and Practicality in Cafeterias08:45 - 09:32: Importance of Inviting Cafeterias10:20 - 11:05: Enhancing School Dining Experiences12:10 - 13:02: Creating Exciting Dining Environments14:40 - 15:25: Implementing Innovation in Dining Spaces17:40 - 18:25: Melissa's Transition to Nutrition Services19:55 - 20:40: Melissa's Insights on Menu Planning22:15 - 22:45: Interesting Dietetic Internship Experience25:30 - 26:15: Student Engagement in Dining Area Improvements28:00 - 28:55: Passion for Food Service and Community Health30:50 - 31:35: Challenges Faced in Nutrition Service33:20 - 34:05: Positive Dietetic Internship Experience36:10 - 36:55: Impact of Team Collaboration on Food Service Success39:45 - 40:20: Influence of Leadership on Internship Experiences42:25 - 43:10: Career Growth Opportunities in Nutrition Field45:30 - 46:15: Choosing Rewarding Career Paths48:00 - 48:45: Marlon's Perspective on Leadership in Education50:40 - 51:25: Journey to Current Role and Passionate Environment53:30 - 54:15: Addressing Student Needs in Cafeteria Design55:45 - 56:30: Emphasizing Inclusivity and Diversity in Dining Spaces57:55 - 58:40: Collaboration for School Dining Improvements60:10 - 60:55: Promoting Wellness Through Food Service Initiatives63:20 - 65:22: Summary and Final Thoughts