For John Griffin, a passion for hospitality began in his grandmother’s kitchen, where he discovered the joy of bringing people together through food. That early inspiration launched a remarkable 32-year career, from serving 25,000 guests at a major event in Washington, D.C., to leading multimillion-dollar operations and teams of hundreds. Today, as chair of Brightpoint’s new hospitality program, Griffin is bringing that wealth of experience into the classroom. Through hands-on learning, industry connections and a passion for exceptional customer service, he’s helping students discover just how far a career in hospitality can take them.