International Association of Women Recognizes Leonice Ludwig as a 2019-2020 Influencer

Chicago, February 5, 2019 (Newswire.com) - The International Association of Women (IAW) recognizes Leonice Ludwig as a 2019-2020 Influencer. She is acknowledged as a leader in the food and hospitality industry. The International Association of Women (IAW) is a global in-person and online networking platform with nearly one million members, 1000+ in person and virtual events, over 100 Local US based Chapters and International Chapters in several cities in China.

“I’m pleased to welcome Leonice into this exceptional group of professional women,” said IPDN President and IAW Spokesperson Star Jones. “Her knowledge and experience in her industry are valuable assets to her company and community.”

What I love about our restaurant is that it is a show when the chefs go to your table serving the meats. Also, all of our vegetables and salads are always fresh.

Leonice Ludwig, Executive Chef and Owner of Porto Do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse

“I grew up cooking with my grandma,” said Leonice Ludwig, Executive Chef and Owner of Porto Do Sul Brazilian Steakhouse in Overland Park, KS.

Ms. Ludwig was raised in Southern Brazil, where she cooked alongside her grandmother, learning to prepare meals using the recipes and traditions passed down through generations. She eventually moved to Chicago to attend the Hospitality Institute of Chicago, a Le Cordon Blue School. Ms. Ludwig excelled at school, earning a 4.0 GPA and a spot on the President’s List.

At her restaurant, which she owns with her husband Edson, customers enjoy authentic food from Southern Brazil. Fresh produce is always used and meats are prepared in traditional Southern Brazil style Churrasco and served table side by traditional gaucho chefs. “What I love about our restaurant is that it is a show when the chefs go to your table serving the meats,” Ms. Ludwig said. “Also, all of our vegetables and salads are always fresh.”

Before opening the restaurant, Ms. Ludwig worked as a personal chef. Her clients included Marcelo Claure, the CEO of Sprint as well as prominent local business owners. She also generously offered her services at fundraisers for the Governor of Kansas.

Awards & Accomplishments: Graduate of the Hospitality Institute of Chicago, a Le Cordon Blue School

About IAW
The International Association of Women (IAW) is a global in-person and online professional networking platform that provides nearly one million women the forum, professional development and services needed to thrive in an interconnected world. Through 100+ local chapters, International Chapters in several cities in China and 1000+ in person and virtual events, members cultivate valuable connections, develop professionally, and promote themselves and their businesses. Founded in Chicago in 2017, IAW is a division of Professional Diversity Network, Inc., an online network tailored to provide diverse professionals in the United States with access to employment opportunities.

Source: International Association of Professional Women