# EP 43: Steve Palmer

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Podcast: [Hospitality On The Rise](https://stenobird.com/podcast/hospitality-on-the-rise-7243462)
Published: 2026-01-06T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

On this episode of Hospitality On The Rise , host Alice Cheng is joined by Steve Palmer, Founder, Managing Director, and Chief Vision Officer of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, Co-Founder of Ben's Friends, and host of Say Grace Podcast. Steve reflects on his remarkable journey from washing dishes at 13 to becoming the leader of one of the Southeast's most successful restaurant groups. He shares the ups and downs of his career, including overcoming personal struggles and the founding of Ben’s Friends, a nonprofit dedicated to helping industry professionals with mental health and substance abuse issues. Steve also talks about how his leadership style focuses on culture, the importance of creating opportunities for employees, and his positive vision for the future of hospitality. Links - Instagram - Steve Palmer: https://www.instagram.com/stevepalmer12/ - Instagram - Culinary Agents⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.instagram.com/culinaryagents/ - Full Transcript⁠: https://hospitalitycareerpaths.com/resources/ep-43-steve-palmer ************ Remember, success looks different for everyone in hospitality. No two paths are the same. If you have a leader or a topic you want to hear about, email media@culinaryagents.com. Hospitality On The Rise is brought to you by Culinary Agents, connecting top talent with employers since 2012. Whether you’re hiring or looking for your next opportunity, join us at CulinaryAgents.com. For more inspiration, subscribe to Hospitality On The Rise and visit HospitalityCareerPaths.com, a free platform by Culinary Agents. Thanks for tuning in! Remember to like, follow, and subscribe. And if you loved this episode, share it with someone who could use a little inspiration.

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