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With more than 17 years in the food and beverage industry, including five years at Food For Thought, Kacilynn Zimmerman brings a thoughtful, people-first approach to hospitality. Known for her creativity and attention to detail, she believes hospitality is about more than logistics — it’s about connection. In this reflection on Kinetic Experience, Kacilynn shares insights on intentionality, collaboration, and creating meaningful guest experiences.

Talent has options—and plenty of them. Firms are offering eye-watering salaries, signing bonuses, and perks that would have sounded absurd a decade ago. And still, associates leave. Salaries capture attention, experience determine loyalty and retention.