On today’s show I left craving pizza. Why? My guest was Tommy Barrett, the mastermind behind the first Indianapolis Pizza Festival, dedicated to showcasing the best pizza across the Hoosier State.

Tommy shares his journey from starting a TikTok during the pandemic to support local businesses, to organizing a major food event at Monument Circle.

Our conversation dives into digital content creation and event planning, along with highlighting community engagement and promoting local culinary spots.

You are going to learn about: - Tommy’s Journey on TikTok - Indianapolis’ Inaugural Pizza Festival on Monument Circle - How Tommy Supports Local Business Through Food Reviews

Thank you to our partners: Pence Media Group Huse Culinary

Check out these great clips from the show: 02:03 Guest Introduction: Tommy Barrett 03:33 Tommy's Journey: From TikTok to Pizza Festival 07:02 Challenges and Rewards of Food Reviewing 08:13 Impact of Food Reviews on Local Businesses 24:24 The Concept of the Indianapolis Pizza Festival 29:17 A Spark of Inspiration 29:31 The Birth of a Festival 29:54 Overcoming Challenges 30:40 Building Excitement 31:54 Attracting Brands and Sponsors 34:10 Showcasing Local Talent 34:30 Event Highlights and Expectations 42:26 Pizza Festival Logistics 45:42 Lightning Round and Final Thoughts

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