Richard Wolak is a renowned food media personality and a veteran in the field of broadcasting, publicity, event production, and marketing. He is the Founder of CMI Chat Media Inc, a company that owns and publishes VancouverFoodster.com and TasteandSipMagazine.com. He has also produced many events for FoodTalks.ca and TastingPlatesYVR.com. Richard is widely known for his immense knowledge of the food industry and has authored/co-authored three books. He has expertise in social media marketing, branding, advertising, market research, emceeing, and public speaking. Richard has worked in various roles, including being a column writer and guest contributor for Global TV Weekend Morning News and a Host for The Best and the Foodiest segment on CKNW 980 AM. Richard is now the Founder and Host of The Vanfoodster Podcast and creates the IG LIVE with @vanfoodster series that features restaurant and hospitality industry leaders. He also teaches people about food and beverage and judges food competitions.