From Finance to Food: A Daughter's Journey into Family Business

Kassidy Angelo, now 25, took an unexpected turn from her finance career to join her dad's restaurant venture. She initially studied American Studies, aiming for law school, but ended up in finance, working at JPMorgan in Miami. After two years, she quit to partner with her dad, a seasoned restaurateur, in launching Daniel's Steakhouse in Fort Lauderdale. Her dad, already successful with several restaurants, offered her a chance to learn entrepreneurship firsthand. Kassidy was excited but worried about balancing their father-daughter relationship with a business partnership. They set clear expectations to maintain their personal bond while building a professional one.Working with family has its perks, like spending quality time with her dad, who supports her in every way. However, it's challenging to switch off from work during family time, as conversations often revolve around the business. Kassidy believes her finance background prepared her well for the restaurant industry. She gained confidence working with senior management at JPMorgan, which helped her take charge at the restaurant. Despite the long hours and working on holidays, Kassidy feels fulfilled. She's found her calling in hospitality and enjoys mentoring her team. She doesn't rule out returning to finance but is happy with her current path. Her story shows that taking risks and working with family can be rewarding, even if it means stepping into the unknown.