Lisa Marie Burwell, VIE’s CEO/editor-in-chief, sat with Brooke Kromer for this stylish and exciting episode. Growing up as the daughter of NFL coach Aaron Kromer, Brooke developed a strong work ethic and a competitive drive early on, qualities that now set her apart in the Northwest Florida luxury real estate market.

Jon Shirley, COO of Chef Jim Shirley Enterprises, shares what it takes to keep one of the Gulf Coast’s most beloved restaurant groups running smoothly. Jon brings a unique perspective to the business side of hospitality, balancing creativity, operations, and the everyday realities of running multiple successful concepts.