Jason McBride

Jason J. McBride is a renowned figure in the hospitality industry with a career spanning over 35 years. He has more than 40,000 connections in the global hospitality industry and co-founded REAL Hospitality Network. McBride is committed to providing mentoring and education to students worldwide and entrepreneurs on how to scale their businesses. He has studied Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Post Secondary Education, and Teaching at the University of New Brunswick and has also completed a Baking program in Culinary Arts/Chef Training at Holland College as well as Business Management/Entrepreneur Diploma in Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations at Universal Career College.

His work history is intriguing as he has held key positions in prominent hospitality organizations such as the President of Pizza Garden Restaurants, Corporate Consulting Chef at Freshslice Pizza, and Founder of Da'BOMB Restaurant Group Inc. He also worked as an Executive Chef at The Union Club of Saint John, General Manager at Montana's Cookhouse, Corporate Trainer/ Franchise Consultant at Boston Pizza International, Owner Operator/Partner at The Raspberry Tea House, among other positions.

As a Professional Development Coordinator/Program Facilitator at TIANB Tourism Industry Association of New Brunswick, he contributed significantly to the organization's growth through his leadership skills. McBride has an impressive educational background and diverse work experience, making him a valuable asset to the hospitality industry.