CEO Monthly has named Daniella Jasper-Okumagba, Founder & CEO of The BRDGE, as Most Influential CEO 2025 – Catering (Greater Calgary Metropolitan Area).
The award celebrates Daniella’s visionary leadership and her commitment to transforming Calgary’s catering scene through innovation, cultural inclusion, and community impact.
Read the official feature here: 👉 CEO Monthly – The BRDGE Winner’s Page
Celebrating Leadership and Innovation
Since founding The BRDGE, Daniella Jasper-Okumagba has been on a mission to make authentic, multicultural food accessible while creating meaningful opportunities for the chefs behind it.
Recognizing how many talented local chefs lacked marketing and operational support, she built The BRDGE as a culinary logistics and catering platform—a system designed to help chefs focus on their craft while The BRDGE handles logistics, coordination, and client relationships.
Under her leadership, The BRDGE has grown into one of Calgary’s most dynamic catering networks—supporting dozens of chefs, coordinating 150 + events, and serving over 10,000 guests across weddings, corporate gatherings, and private experiences.
A Recognition That Reflects Community Impact
Being named Most Influential CEO 2025 highlights Daniella’s work at the intersection of food, culture, and entrepreneurship. Her approach blends business strategy with heart—prioritizing collaboration, accessibility, and equity in every aspect of The BRDGE’s operations.
“This recognition means a lot because it’s not just about me—it’s about the incredible chefs, partners, and team that make The BRDGE what it is,” says Daniella. “We’re building something bigger than a catering company; we’re building a community that celebrates culture and connection through food.”
Through this recognition, Daniella joins a global network of leaders who are redefining what innovation and influence look like in their industries.
What’s Next for The BRDGE
This milestone fuels the company’s next phase of growth. The BRDGE is continuing to:
- Expand its chef network to showcase more global cuisines and local talent.
- Invest in technology that simplifies client orders and chef operations.
- Host community-driven events like Taste & Connect that bring people together around shared meals and stories.
By combining tech, logistics, and creativity, The BRDGE continues to reimagine how Calgary experiences culture through cuisine.
About Daniella Jasper-Okumagba
Daniella Jasper-Okumagba is an award-winning entrepreneur and community builder recognized for her leadership in Calgary’s food and events industry. As the Founder & CEO of The BRDGE, she is passionate about empowering local chefs, amplifying cultural diversity, and creating meaningful connections through food.
About The BRDGE
The BRDGE is a Calgary-based culinary logistics and catering company connecting clients with authentic, diverse cuisines from local chefs. The platform supports chefs with marketing, logistics, and operational resources—making it easier to scale their businesses while delivering unforgettable dining experiences.
For more information, visit www.thebrdge.com or follow @thebrdgeyyc on social media.
