#27. In this episode, we are joined by Kerry Diamond, a remarkable individual with a lifelong passion for journalism and amplifying the voices of women in the food industry. From her humble beginnings in third-grade journalism, Kerry has evolved into an influential figure in the food media landscape.

As the founder and Editor-In-Chief of Cherry Bombe, Kerry has transformed her vision into a dynamic reality. Initially, Cherry Bombe was a print-only magazine, dedicated to shedding light on the often overlooked contributions of women in food. Over the years, it has grown into a multifaceted platform encompassing events, conferences, podcasts, cookbooks, and a robust social media presence.

Kerry has had a diverse and intriguing career path. She began her journey at Spin Magazine and interned alongside the renowned punk rock journalist, Legs McNeil. Later on, she delved into the world of fashion journalism, working with publications like Harper's Bazaar and Lancome. She went on to open a restaurant cafe in Brooklyn, which ultimately fueled her mission to bridge the gender disparity in food industry narratives.

In this conversation, Kerry and Josh Sharkey delve into the nuances of brand building, the pivotal advice she received from Danny Meyer, and the exciting future of Cherry Bombe.

Where to find Kerry Diamond: 

• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Threads

Where to find host Josh Sharkey:

• Instagram
• LinkedIn

In this episode, we cover:

(05:17) The beginning of Kerry's Journalism career 
(07:00) How Kerry came to work for Legs McNeil
(12:10) The impact of the Punk Rock scene on Cherry Bombe
(14:19) The story of how Cherry Bombe began
(18:11) The impact Lucky Peach had on Cherry Bombe's beginnings
(15:48) The goals of All in the Industry Podcast
(22:52) How Cherry Bome's Mission has evolved
(25:24) Current issues women still face in the restaurant industry
(25:43) How Shari collaborated with chefs around the world
(31:11) Danny Meyer's words of advice to Kerry
(35:05)James Beard Awards and Pellegrino 50 Best
(31:29) Cherry Bombe's focus on fundraising
(35:05) Jubilee conference
(41:35) White space in the community
(45:03) meez elevator pitch
(46:53) Cherry Bombe podcasts
(55:51) Nuances of brand building
(58:40) The future of Cherry Bombe