Xcelerate Women Executive Director Abby Guyer joined Kate Williams, Founder and CEO of Kate’s Ice Cream, and Mariah Pisha-Duffly, Owner and Captain of Gado Gado and Oma’s Hideaway, to give viewers a preview of Roux’s lineup of dinners, brunches, collaborations, and special events - all with women at the helm.
The conversation highlighted Roux’s mission to celebrate women, culture, food & beverage while raising support for Xcelerate Women’s work helping women and gender-expansive business owners across Oregon access business advising, peer mentorship, and resources to grow their businesses.
Roux returned October 9–11 with a weekend of food-focused experiences celebrating the people, creativity, and women-led businesses shaping Portland’s culinary community.
🎥 Watch the full KOIN AM Extra segment: Roux Portland Puts Women-Led Food & Beverage in the Spotlight
Thank you to KOIN and the AM Extra team for shining a light on Roux, its talented women leaders, and the work of Xcelerate Women!