How do you go from cooking for crowds to curating exclusive dining experiences for the elite? In this episode, Irv Cruz sits down with Lionel Chadwick, founder of The Black Cat List, a boutique Nashville-based firm connecting ultra-high net worth clients with private chefs and luxury estate services. Lionel shares how he left the corporate kitchen behind to build something of his own, from the early financial hurdles to designing a brand that stands out in the hospitality space. If you've ever thought about turning your passion into a premium business, you'll want to hear this one.   🔥 What You'll Learn: ✅ Why leaving a secure job can be the first step to real growth ✅ How Lionel built a high-end hospitality brand ✅ The marketing moves that actually attract luxury clients ✅ What it takes to serve (and scale with) elite clientele ✅ Why your team is everything when you're building something big ✅ The meaning behind "Black Cat"....and why branding matters   🔗 Connect with Lionel: Website: https://www.theblackcatlist.com  LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-black-cat-list/  LinkedIn (Lionel): https://www.linkedin.com/in/lionel-dean-chadwick-a880b172/  Who is Irv? Irv Cruz is a business advisor at Credit Banc, specializing in funding solutions, business credit, and strategic growth for small businesses. Whether you need capital, better credit, or a plan to scale, he's here to help. Book a call with him today!   Still Scrolling? Hit Play on One of These Behind the Seams: How Emily Built a Fashion Studio How a Garage Sale Turned Into a Syrup Business! Want to grow a business rooted in purpose? Watch this Can This Simple Idea Fix the Housing Crisis? The Secret ROOFING Formula That Drives Small Business Success

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