November 4th 2023.
Renowned master blender Dr. Joy Spence recently visited New York City to take part in the Appleton Estate Extraordinary Dinner Series hosted by the James Beard Foundation. This was a special occasion for her, as she is the very first woman to earn the title of master blender in the spirits industry.
A master blender is a person who creates blended spirits by combining different types of spirits with different characteristics. The dinner series was an invite-only cultural hub for fusion food and alcohol and was a partnership between the Appleton Estate and the Women's Leadership Program with the James Beard Foundation. This program seeks to promote gender and racial equality by supporting women in their respective careers.
Dr. Spence was honored to be a part of something with a mission so similar to hers. She expressed her admiration for the James Beard Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate, support, and elevate the people behind America's food culture. She said that the Women's Leadership Program is amazing because it works to ensure that more women are in leadership roles in the US.
Dr. Spence also shared her thoughts on making history. Instead of focusing on awards, she believes that her success is in being an agent of change for women in the spirit industry. She is proud of the fact that she has been able to open the doors and give opportunities to other women to become master blenders.
She is particularly passionate about supporting young women in STEM fields who are passionate about their craft despite the challenges they may face. She teaches them to focus on their craft, be passionate, always act as a sponge for knowledge, and combine their knowledge with their unique artistry. Dr. Spence believes that her most rewarding work has been working one on one as a mentor for these young women.
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