Dabriah Rice
Co-Founder of the 6888 Kitchen Incubator
- Role
- Executive Kitchen Manager at Oh Taste Foundation
- Location
- Dayton, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
Experience
Executive Kitchen Manager
Jun 2023 — Present · US
Co-Founder & Kitchen Manager | Kitchen IncubatorCo-founded and launched the Kitchen Incubator, a pioneering food business incubator dedicated to empowering underresourced food entrepreneurs in the Dayton region. Named in honor of the historic Central Postal Directory Battalion, our facility provides comprehensive business development, commercial kitchen access, and mentorship programs.Key Achievements:Successfully raised $4M+ in funding from corporations, foundations, and government sources to complete Phase I developmentGraduated 47+ food entrepreneurs through our signature \"Sharpen the Axe\" business training programGenerated in member revenue through our innovative Catering Collective programOpened state-of-the-art sq ft commercial kitchen facility in Dayton\'s historic ArcadeRecognized as 2025 Spark Award Winner for entrepreneurship and community impactCore Responsibilities:Oversee daily kitchen operations, food safety compliance, and member servicesDevelop and execute comprehensive business development programmingManage catering operations connecting members with high-value client opportunitiesLead fundraising initiatives and stakeholder relationship managementProvide mentorship and business coaching to emerging food entrepreneursPassionate about creating economic opportunities, preserving cultural food traditions, and building sustainable pathways for small business growth in underserved communities.
Education
Sinclair Community College
Certificate
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